The Greek PM also said the deal included a renewal of the 2021 defense and security strategic partnership agreement

At a business forum in Athens, the French president praised Greece’s post-crisis recovery and deepening economic ties with France, while both leaders highlighted a strategic partnership they say can serve as a blueprint for Europe’s future competitiveness and unity.

The French president marked his Athens visit with symbolic social media messages referencing unity and cooperation, following a joint visit to the Greek frigate “Kimon” with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Agreements spanning defense, energy, technology and education deepen bilateral ties, with leaders highlighting stronger security cooperation, economic opportunities and closer alignment within Europe and international institutions.

The French president and Greek prime minister visited the frigate “Kimon” in a high-profile naval ceremony featuring military honors, joint delegations and a flight display by Rafale aircraft over the port of Piraeus

Greece and France formalize an updated security pact during a high-level meeting in Athens, strengthening long-term defense ties and expanding cooperation across multiple strategic sectors.

He pointed to France’s stance during past regional tensions, including in the eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus, arguing that real alliances are proven in moments of crisis, not in declarations

Its first operational deployment took place near Cyprus following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, amid reported drone threats targeting British sovereign bases on the island.

The French president’s two-day trip to Athens highlights deepening defense, economic and digital cooperation between the two countries, with new agreements expected to expand their strategic partnership across multiple sectors

A proposal is highly likely from the French side for the supply of submarines either of the Scorpène class or the Blacksword Barracuda class

Athens and Paris have clearly grasped the challenges of this new reality. As a result, they are further deepening their strategic alignment in the Eastern Mediterranean—just a step away from the flames of the Middle East.

According to reports out of the Greek capital on Tuesday, the main focus of the visit will be the renewal of a bilateral strategic partnership agreement on defense and security

Senior diplomatic sources at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs share their assessments for the “day after”—the scenarios for the duration of the conflict and the balance of power post-war, the alliances on the ground, and the “Turkey factor.”

The Netherlands and France are sending warships to protect Cyprus and secure maritime routes as the conflict in the Middle East threatens regional shipping lanes

French President Macron, speaking during a trilateral meeting on Cyprus with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and host Nikos Christodoulides, referred to another mission based on Operation Aspides

French President Emmanuelle Macron departed aboard military helicopter for the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, the flagship of the French Navy, which is sailing off Chania. He also thanked Greece for excellent cooperation

Greek and French leaders emphasize defense and unity, calling for de-escalation in the Eastern Mediterranean. Cyprus remains committed to peace while Europe stands ready to safeguard its citizens and regional stability

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and French President Emmanuel Macron met with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides in Paphos to show European solidarity and inspect F-16 jets amid Middle East conflict concerns and regional security threats.

The Greek prime minister travels to Cyprus for urgent meetings with the presidents of Cyprus and France, sending a clear signal of European solidarity and highlighting Greece’s diplomatic and defense role amid rising regional tensions.

French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to Cyprus to show solidarity after a drone strike near RAF Akrotiri, meeting Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis as France reinforces its defensive presence in the East Med