Trump Reportedly Approves Major U.S. Arms Transfer to Greece — Tanks, Helicopters and Drones Included

Turkish media reports that, acting on orders from U.S. President Donald Trump, the United States will send an entire arsenal of tanks, infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), and helicopters to Greece.

According to the Turkish outlet Aydinlik, through the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) program, Washington will transfer various weapons systems at no purchase cost to the recipient country.

Athens would be responsible only for the costs of maintenance, upgrades, and equipment transportation.

The Pentagon’s initiative serves a dual purpose: to free space for upgraded U.S. systems while simultaneously strengthening NATO allies’ operational capabilities on land and in the air.

Sources cited by the Turkish outlet say Greece may receive:

• Self-propelled howitzers M109A5 and M109A6 Paladin
• Main battle tanks M1A1 and M1A2 Abrams
• Armored fighting vehicles M2A3 Bradley
• Wheeled HUMVEE vehicles
• Attack helicopters AH-64E Apache Guardian
• Transport helicopters UH-60M Black Hawk
• Various types of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)

In recent weeks, following joint exercises in Didymoteicho, Larissa, Stefanovikeio, and Souda, many armored vehicles and helicopters remained in Greece after the drills concluded.

According to reliable information cited by Turkish news sites, the strategy links the EDA program to the existing U.S. presence, using Greece as a forward base for the Eastern Mediterranean and the Balkans.

Athens has shown particular interest in the M109A5 and M109A6 Paladin models, since strengthening artillery is a priority for the Greek military command.

The A6 variant — with enhanced armor, a new turret, an automated fire-control system, and modern sensors — is considered suitable for the needs of the Greek artillery units.

The maximum range of both versions with conventional ammunition is approximately 23.5 kilometres, while upgrade costs and logistical harmonization remain central to ongoing discussions.

At the same time, other systems are also under consideration, such as the Israeli-origin PULS or the U.S. HIMARS.