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The Israeli Air Force and Hellenic Air Force completed a joint aerial exercise over Greece, featuring mid-air refueling with dozens of Greek fighter jets and long-range mission simulations.
NATO is urging Greece to transfer Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine to strengthen its air defenses against Russia’s invasion. The potential deal, facilitated through intermediaries like France or Germany, aligns with NATO’s Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List, allowing Greece to replace donated jets with newer U.S. systems. A decision may be reached before the November NATO summit.
Greece will join an emergency UN Security Council meeting on September 22 to address Russia’s recent violation of Estonian airspace. Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will represent Greece as the Council reviews the incident, described by Estonia as a “dangerous escalation,” with NATO forces escorting the Russian jets out of the Baltic airspace.
President Erdogan is confident Turkey will rejoin the US F-35 program under an agreement with President Trump, dismissing Greece’s concerns about Turkey’s defense buildup as baseless.
As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates, the United States and the United Kingdom are reinforcing their military presence in Cyprus, with preparations underway for possible U.S. strikes on Iran.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s aircraft, Wings of Zion, is in Greece, not Cyprus, after Israel’s strike on Iran, escorted by fighter jets in Athens FIR.
A simulated air battle over Pakistan has exposed serious concerns within NATO after three Indian Rafale jets were downed by Chinese-made J-10s, raising questions about whether Western missile systems are falling behind.
Pakistani officials claim their air force downed five Indian fighter jets in a massive aerial dogfight involving 125 aircraft, described as one of the largest in recent history. The hour-long battle, fought with long-range missiles along the India-Pakistan border, followed India’s missile strikes on alleged terrorist sites in Pakistan. India denies losses, and claims remain unverified.
On May 2, 2025, Turkish and Israeli fighter jets came dangerously close to each other after Israeli airstrikes targeted sites in Syria, escalating tensions between the two powers. The incident, occurring amid Israel’s campaign to curb extremist influence and Turkey’s push for a defense pact with Syria’s interim government, highlights the growing risk of conflict in the region.
US Rep. Gregory Meeks, a senior Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, vowed to block any sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey during a Greek diaspora event in New York on March 29, 2025, emphasizing support for Greece’s strategic advantage and shared democratic values.
It started as an ambitious program for a 5th-generation fighter, but it seems that it…
Turkish media are closely following military developments in Greece, particularly the acquisition of Rafale and…
Greece has completed its acquisition of 24 Rafale fighter jets, significantly bolstering its air power in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean.
Turkey has confirmed the purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, marking a significant step in its defense modernization efforts. Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Güler announced that Germany, after initial resistance, approved the deal with support from NATO allies Britain, Italy, and Spain. Alongside plans to acquire 40 U.S.-made F-16 Vipers, the move underscores Turkey’s balancing of European and American defense partnerships. Güler also highlighted progress in Greek-Turkish relations while reiterating Turkey’s firm stance on a two-state solution for Cyprus.
Germany and Turkey are locked in tense negotiations over the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, with conflicting reports emerging about potential preconditions and guarantees. While Turkey insists on a clean deal without limitations on the use of the aircraft, leaked information suggests Germany seeks assurances that the jets won’t escalate tensions with Greece in the Aegean Sea.
Over 130 fighter jets from 12 NATO nations, including the UK, roared into action over Greece for Exercise Ramstein Flag. This large-scale exercise showcased NATO’s commitment to honing its air power and multi-domain operations in the face of evolving threats. Ramstein Flag emphasized Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD), highlighting the alliance’s focus on countering ballistic missile threats.
A 67-year-old British photographer tragically collapsed and died while hiking in Greece’s Vouraikos Gorge. He was part of a group capturing images of fighter jets during NATO drills. Despite attempts at resuscitation, he was pronounced dead at Kalavryta Hospital, with investigators looking into the cause of death.
Turkey has begun negotiations with Germany for the purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon jets, following the lifting of Germany’s objections to the sale of 40 aircraft. A technical delegation from the Eurofighter consortium, including experts from the UK, Italy, Spain, and Germany, is in Turkey for talks expected to last about three weeks. If successful, Turkey plans to acquire 24 jets initially, with the potential to increase the order to 40. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is scheduled to visit Turkey on October 19 to meet with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
NATO’s largest ever multinational air exercise, Ramstein Flag 2024, officially kicks off today in Greece. However, Turkey is not participating due to its continued refusal to submit flight plans to the Greek authorities in order to access and fly the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR). Over 130 Allied aircraft from 13 nations will participate in the exercise, which aims to enhance cooperation, communication, and overall combat effectiveness among NATO’s air forces.
Turkey’s recent withdrawal from the NATO exercise “Ramstein Flag 24” was triggered by its refusal to submit flight plans for its fighter jets operating in the Athens Flight Information Region. Despite Turkey’s assertion that filing plans with Greek authorities was unnecessary, Athens rejected this claim, and other allied nations submitted their flight plans as required.
For the second consecutive year, the ultra-modern F-35 fighter jets will be on display at the Athens Flying Week – Tanagra International Airshow in Tanagra, Greece. The event will take place on the weekend of September 14 and 15 at the 114th Battle Wing
The Hellenic Armed Forces have a busy schedule of exercises and joint training, with fighter…
Greek fighter jets will travel as far as India and elite commandos are already in the…
Lockheed Martin’s new video celebrates Greece’s entry into the “F-35 family,” comparing the jet to Zeus wielding lightning. The company highlights the F-35 as a game-changing fighter that will boost Greece’s air defense and regional stability. The purchase of 20 F-35s will enhance NATO interoperability and combat effectiveness.
Greece has finalized a deal to acquire 20 advanced F-35A Lightning II fighter jets from the United States, marking a significant upgrade to its military capabilities. The agreement, valued at €3.47 billion, includes an option to purchase an additional 20 aircraft in the future. Defense Minister Nikos Dendias hailed the acquisition as a crucial step in bolstering Greece’s defense posture and deterring potential threats.
Athens is poised to send a signed Letter of Acceptance to Washington, finalizing a procurement deal for 20 F-35 fighter jets valued at €3.47 billion. Deliveries are expected to commence in 2028, with the possibility of acquiring an additional 20 jets after 2030.
Greece is set to decommission 32 older F-16 Block-30 fighter jets and transfer them to Ukraine. Plans include upgrading 82 F-16s to Block-70 and acquiring 24 Rafale fighters from France. A U.S. congressional committee has also approved Greece’s request to purchase 40 F-35 jets. Some experts worry about the impact on Greece’s air force capacity. Meanwhile, Greece has already supplied Ukraine with significant military aid and is preparing additional support through strategic transport links
A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the future of the US-Turkey F-16 deal as Ankara pushes for significant revisions. While originally hailed as a sign of renewed cooperation following Turkey’s approval of Sweden’s NATO bid, the downsized purchase and demands for technology transfer could create new points of friction between Washington and Ankara.
Greece is moving closer to acquiring a squadron of F-35 fighter jets, with a special committee of the Greek Parliament expected to review the US government’s Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) in the coming week. The LOA, which covers the cost of 20 F-35s, training, support, and infrastructure, expires in the last week of July.
