The British bases have announced an enhanced presence of police officers in Akrotiri on Monday night.

“We are grateful for the Republic of Cyprus’ cooperation in supporting the voluntary dispersal of the residents of Akrotiri village. There is an enhanced police presence in the village overnight,” the bases’ administration said in a statement on social media.

“There are no restrictions in place elsewhere in the Sovereign Base Areas. We will continue to provide updates as the situation develops,” the administration added.