Nicosia:Israel and the Greek Cypriot Administration have formalized an agreement for the acquisition of a new offshore patrol vessel. This vessel will be equipped with advanced naval systems as per the announcement from the Defense Ministry.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the agreement was finalized during a ceremonial event on the island. The signing was officiated by Israeli Defense Ministry Director Amir Baram and Stelios Kountouris, the acting permanent secretary of the Greek Cypriot Administration's Defense Ministry.

As part of the agreement, Israel will supply a patrol vessel constructed by Israel Shipyards, which will be outfitted with various naval systems produced by the Israeli defense company Rafael. Additionally, the naval systems on the administration's current patrol vessel, the Ioannides, which was also built by Israel Shipyards, will undergo upgrades.