Cypriot authorities appear to have foiled an attempt to carry put a terror attack against Israelis, according to the newspaper Alithia, as quoted by Voice of Israel public radio Thursday.

The paper reported that security forces in Cyprus have foiled a plot by terrorists to strike Israeli targets - most likely ships carrying tourists.turkish boat israel

According to the report, 100 grams of a powerful explosive were seized at the port of Limasol. The explosive is so powerful that a tiny amount can cause heavy damage, the paper explained.

The report added that the terrorists apparently meant to strike tourists when they arrived in Cyprus.

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