Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said a new drone production facility, a dedicated drone pilot school and an integrated electronic warfare structure will come online in the coming weeks
Greece’s Defense Minister briefed EU counterparts after alleged radio interference involving government aircraft traveling to Cyprus, while Ankara rejected the claims and offered its own account of the incident
Greece’s defense minister marked the anniversary of the country’s accession to the European Economic Community, highlighting its role in economic growth, security and national interests
The Greek defense minister warned that the drifting Ukrainian maritime drone discovered in Ionian Sea could have caused mass casualties had it struck a cruise ship
Speaking in Austria, the Greek defense minister warned that war, migration pressures, cyber threats and geopolitical revisionism are reshaping Europe’s security landscape, while calling for deeper military coordination and investment in defense technology
Greece’s Defense Minister presents a roadmap based on international law for easing tensions with Turkey, while also highlighting a major push to strengthen the country’s defense industry and innovation strategy under the “Agenda 2030” framework
The Greek defense minister met Kosovo leaders and visited the NATO mission. He addressed Greek troops, emphasizing regional stability and Greece’s commitment to the Western Balkans’ EU future.
The trip will include visits to NATO-led KFOR and Greek forces, highlighting Athens’ strategic focus on the Balkans ahead of its upcoming EU presidency.
Greece’s defense minister described military service as a “new approach,” marking a key step in transforming conscripts from civilians into soldier
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker described Greece as a reliable ally, saying he wished there were more allies like it.
Dendias said the extreme NE Greece port city has evolved from relative obscurity into a key gateway into Eastern Europe, “a few years ago no one abroad knew Alexandroupolis—now everyone does"
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias met his UK counterpart to strengthen defense ties, discuss Eastern Mediterranean security, and outline Greece’s major defense modernization programs under the “Agenda 2030.”
Greece’s defense minister will meet his UK counterpart John Healey to discuss NATO issues and bilateral cooperation, as Athens also reviews transparency reforms in military procurement and updates on key defense programs.
A new survey reveals widespread public distrust over the handling of the Tempi train disaster, while Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis rank as the most positively viewed cabinet members.
Nikos Dendias says in an interview with TO BHMA that Greece will not take part in operations against Iran, vows to defend Cyprus during the regional crisis and deepen defense ties with France.
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias honors the March 7, 1948, integration of the Dodecanese islands into Greece, highlighting their historical return and celebrating national unity and cultural heritage on this milestone anniversary
Athens will deploy a PATRIOT missile battery, F-16 fighter jets and personnel in northern Greece to help shield Bulgaria after a formal request from Sofia, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said following talks with his Bulgarian counterpart.
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias says there is no information about drone threats near Crete and insists Greece and Cyprus are fully protected, with Greek ships and defense systems deployed in the region
During his meeting with Secretary Hegseth, the Greek minister extended an invitation for an official visit to Greece, which Hegseth accepted.
Defense Minister Dendias will also hold discussions with U.S. Under Secretary of the Army for Defense Policy, Elbridge A. Colby.