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21 nations take part in regional evacuation drill in Cyprus

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AP Nicosia
Last Updated : May 30 2019 | 9:50 PM IST

Cyprus' foreign minister says 21 countries are taking part in a drill organised by the east Mediterranean island nation that involves the possible evacuation of civilians from Middle Eastern nations.

Nikos Christodoulides said during the drill's final phase Thursday that given its proximity to the Middle East, Cyprus has an important role to play as a regional "safe transfer hub."

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First Published: May 30 2019 | 9:50 PM IST

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