Currently, 17% of armed forces personnel in Greece are women, although serving as NCOs and officers, a figure that hovers at the global average among militaries around the world
The new bioclimatic façade was financed by a donation from Metlen Energy & Metals and its CEO and chairman, Evangelos Mytilineos
The historic Greek “Pentagon” undergoes its first major renovation in nearly eight decades. The new façade, designed by acclaimed sculptor Costas Varotsos, marks a symbolic step toward a modern, eco-friendly era for the country’s Defense Ministry
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias spoke of a “New Era” in Greece’s Armed Forces grounded in knowledge, technology, and human potential.
A ministry announcement came hours after DM Nikos Dendias met with Athens Mayor Haris Doukas, whose statement of “responsibility for the monument (now) belongs exclusively to the government” indicated an unwillingness to assume cleaning chores at the site
DM Dendias did not attend the debate, instead he spoke across the street at a previously scheduled event, where he said the ministry and armed forces will not treat the monument as an object of political posturing and social division; it unites Greeks now and forever
A series of contentious bills on labor, public media, defense, and migration will test the government’s agenda ahead of December’s budget vote
After criticism, Defense Minister Dendias clarified that the case of Panos Ruci falls under judicial authority—not government—and that responsibility would lie with the government only if it were a governmental act
The protocols were signed aboard warship in the port city of La Spezia by Greek Minister Nikos Dendias and his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto for the initial acquisition of two Bergamini-type frigates from the Italian Navy
Speaking at events marking the 204th anniversary of the fall of Tripolitsa during the Greek War of Independence, DM Nikos Dendias linked the historic memory of 1821 to today’s national responsibilities
The fourth frigate will reportedly be named “Themistoklis” and will be capable of deploying ballistic missiles, DM Nikos Dendias has said
A somber repatriation ceremony included full military honors and a te deum memorial service
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias met with Lebanese leadership on Friday, as well as the Patriarch of Antioch and All the East, John X
"The movement of specific weapons systems is obviously outside the scope of public discussion," the Ministry of National Defense stated in its announcement.
The meeting was held at the defense ministry under the chairmanship of DM Nikos Dendias, with the participation of top military commanders
What the Greek government says about the developments in the Middle East following Israel’s attack on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation.
The third FDI HN frigate, named 'Phormion,' is being built by Naval Group for the Hellenic Navy.
He also briefed MPs on a decision to order a fourth Belharra frigate from Naval Group and the involvement of local defense contractors and shipyards in the construction of the warship
Weekend edition of Athens daily 'Ta Nea' points to upgraded weapons system package for Kimon-class French-made Belharra frigate
Hegseth highlighted the pivotal role of Souda Bay Naval Base, in Crete, in supporting critical operations across multiple theaters.