The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued travel warnings for UK citizens planning holidays in Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus this summer, citing security risks and regional conflicts.
In Turkey, the FCDO advises against all travel within 10km of the Syria border due to ongoing fighting and a heightened terrorism risk. Roads in Hatay Province may be closed at short notice. In Hakkari province, permission is required to visit areas near the Iraq and Iran borders. Mount Ararat, a designated military zone, requires authorisation and a fee.
Regarding Cyprus, the FCDO warns that terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out. British nationals in the Sovereign Base Areas are advised to follow instructions from local authorities, while those in the Republic of Cyprus should heed Cypriot directives. The RAF Akrotiri base was previously targeted by a suspected drone.
The FCDO also updated its advice for Greece, removing information about mass demonstrations and widespread disruption that occurred on 28 February. The warnings come as regional tensions remain high following recent strikes between the US, Israel, and Iran.
