# US defense export exemptions for Cyprus > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-defense-export-exemptions-for-cyprus > Updated: 2026-09-13T09:27:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. The United States has extended the suspension of arms embargo restrictions on the Greek Cypriot Administration (GKRY) through the 2027 fiscal year. This decision, involving the lifting of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), allows for the export, re-export, and transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Cyprus. The Cypriot Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the renewal, noting it recognizes an expanding strategic partnership and facilitates access to defense programs such as Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Excess Defense Articles (EDA). Conversely, Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot administration expressed strong opposition. Turkish officials stated the move could erode trust between the island’s communities and undermine regional stability. The Turkish Cypriot administration warned that increasing the military capacity of one side risks triggering an arms race and destabilizing security in the Eastern Mediterranean. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-13: United States renews defense export exemptions for Cyprus The U.S. has renewed ITAR defense exemptions for Cyprus through 2027, strengthening bilateral security ties despite objections from Turkey and Turkish Cypriot authorities regarding regional stability. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-renews-defense-export-exemptions-for-cyprus ### 2026-09-12: US extends arms embargo suspension for Greek Cypriot Administration The US has extended the suspension of the arms embargo on the Greek Cypriot Administration until September 2027, drawing strong criticism from TRNC officials who warn of regional instability. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trnc-reacts-to-us-decision-to-extend-arms-embargo-suspension-for-greek-cypriots --- Cite as: US defense export exemptions for Cyprus. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-defense-export-exemptions-for-cyprus