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Greek Naval Prowess Shines in NATO’s “DYNAMIC MANTA” Exercise

Greek elite forces showcased their prowess in NATO’s DYNAMIC MANTA naval exercise in Sicily, deploying a frigate, a stealthy Type 214 submarine, and highly skilled frogmen. The Greek special forces executed a challenging insertion from an Italian submarine, a mission so demanding that NATO has relied solely on them for the past three years. Meanwhile, the Greek submarine tested allied forces with its near-invisible stealth capabilities. Greece’s participation underscores its strategic importance in NATO’s maritime defense.

French President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' request to block the sale of Meteor missiles to Türkiye. Macron emphasized that the deal, involving a European consortium, extends beyond France's jurisdiction. Greece plans to reach out to other consortium members in an effort to halt the sale, which is part of Türkiye's efforts to strengthen its air defense.

France allows Turkey to proceed with Meteor AAM acquisition, sparking Greek outrage

Despite Greece’s strong objections, France has confirmed it will not impede Turkey’s acquisition of Meteor air-to-air missiles, leaving Athens feeling betrayed. French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu emphasized that the deal is outside France’s control, as the export of British weaponry, including the Meteor missile, ultimately falls under the jurisdiction of the UK. This development raises significant concerns for Greece, which has been modernizing its air force to counterbalance Turkey’s military enhancements amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Greece Develops ARCHYTAS II Drone, a Rival to Turkey’s Bayraktar

Greece’s Hellenic Aerospace Industry (HAI) has developed the ARCHYTAS II, a VTOL-capable drone designed to rival Turkey’s Bayraktar. This domestically produced UAV boasts a nine-hour endurance and a 30kg payload capacity, marking a significant step towards Greek military self-reliance. With a rapid three-year development timeline and cost-effective production, ARCHYTAS II positions Greece as a competitor in the burgeoning drone market.

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Greece Unveils €28 Billion Defense Modernization Plan

Greece is launching a €28 billion, 12-year defense modernization plan focused on acquiring advanced technology like F-35 fighter jets, upgrading naval vessels, and developing a comprehensive air and missile defense system. This investment aims to significantly enhance the capabilities of the Greek Armed Forces.

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Greek Navy Tracks Turkish Warship in Aegean International Waters

The Hellenic Navy is monitoring a Turkish missile boat operating in international waters in the Aegean Sea, south of Tilos and heading towards Rhodes. This follows a meeting by Turkey’s disaster agency concerning seismic activity near Santorini and reports of Turkish interest in seismic research in the area. The Turkish vessel remains in international waters and has not approached Santorini.

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Greece Rejects Possible Meteor Missile Sale to Turkiye

Greece has strongly opposed the potential sale of METEOR air-to-air missiles to Turkiye by a consortium that includes France, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias confirmed. During a meeting with French Ambassador Laurence Auer, Dendias stressed that such a deal would undermine the strong strategic ties between Athens and Paris. Greece has formally requested an official briefing on the reports, citing concerns over regional security and military balance.

The military operation executed today as part of the Mavi Vatan-2025 exercise delivers unequivocal messages to Turkey's neighboring countries, especially Greece

Can Turkey Capture a Greek Island with Helicopters and Commandos?

The operation to occupy a Greek island by Turkey via helicopters and special forces (commandos) is a military scenario that is analyzed on a theoretical level by analysts, but in practice presents serious difficulties and risks. The Greek islands are equipped with modern air defense systems, and Greece has a strong air force and navy that would make such an operation extremely difficult and costly for Turkey. Any attempt would also trigger immediate international reactions and sanctions.

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US Warns of Imminent Large-Scale Turkish Attack on Syrian Kurds

American officials warn of a potential large-scale Turkish military operation against U.S.-backed Kurds in northern Syria, with significant Turkish forces massing near Kobani. A Kurdish official has pleaded for intervention from then President-elect Trump to prevent what could be a catastrophic invasion. Recent diplomatic efforts have failed to de-escalate the situation.