A National Guard soldier remains intubated in stable condition after suffering a cardiac arrest while carrying out cleaning duties near a guard post in the Faneromeni area of Nicosia on Thursday, the Ministry of Defence said.
The incident occurred on October 15, 2026, when the soldier felt unwell and lost consciousness while working near the guard post.
National Guard personnel immediately noticed the incident and provided first aid at the scene.
Soldier taken to Apollonion Hospital
The soldier was transported by ambulance to Apollonion Private Hospital, where doctors found that he had suffered a cardiac arrest.
According to the latest medical update, his condition is stable, although he remains intubated.
The Ministry of Defence said the soldier’s family had been informed and that it was closely monitoring his condition.
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