Cyprus is dispatching two firefighting air tractors to France to assist in battling severe wildfires. The Interior Ministry confirmed that the aircraft, leased to Cyprus via the EU's RescEU mechanism, will support French authorities. France requested assistance through RescEU, the European civil protection system designed to help member states manage major disasters.

The two firefighting planes are stationed in Cyprus and have been quickly mobilized to provide much-needed aerial firefighting capabilities. This move exemplifies European solidarity as countries confront increasingly frequent and intense wildfires.

RescEU enables the sharing of resources like firefighting aircraft among EU member states during emergencies. Cyprus’s prompt response underscores the importance of coordinated efforts in mitigating the destructive impact of natural disasters across Europe.