The powerful US warship is set to return for repairs after a fire broke out last week as it was sailing in the Red Sea

The U.S. aircraft carrier will undergo repairs at the Souda Bay naval base after a fire in the Red Sea caused damage and smoke exposure for hundreds of sailors

A 58-year-old denies spying allegations after being found with images of military activity at a naval base, as authorities investigate possible wider links

In offering an explanation, the man said he sent the photos to his sister because her husband is a military officer and has a strong interest in naval vessels.

During a search, investigators reportedly found a large number of photographs on his mobile phone showing warships entering and leaving the anchorage

Retired German colonel Ralph Thiele tells To Vima that the Iran conflict could turn into a long, asymmetric war targeting soft sites across the region. Strategic hubs such as Souda Bay in Crete could become vulnerable as tensions spread toward Europe.

Greece’s National Intelligence Service has activated the “Desert Scorpion” security plan, increasing surveillance, inspections and undercover monitoring around key sites as regional tensions raise security concerns.

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

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

Greek authorities investigate a 36-year-old Georgian, who allegedly conducted surveillance of the U.S. naval base in Souda, with evidence pointing to possible Iranian intelligence links.

The man, 36, was found guilty of illegal entry and residence in the country; an investigation into possible espionage for a foreign power remains active

Following drone attacks on British bases, Cyprus will receive French anti-air and anti-drone systems, with a second frigate expected soon, while Germany is also considering support

The country's intelligence service first notified Greek police of the Georgian man's presence in the area, leading to him being taken into custody.

Similar precautions have been introduced at Athens International Airport, as well as at other major airports across the country.

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest U.S. aircraft carrier in the world, docked in Crete to refuel before deploying to the Middle East, amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran. The aircraft carrier arrived in Souda Bay, as revealed in photos published by Reuters. The arrival of the Gerald Ford in the […]

Souda Bay, located on the island of Crete, is one of the most strategically important naval bases in the eastern Mediterranean and frequently hosts NATO and U.S. military assets

According to official sources, he is believed to have been taking photos of “potential targets,” including the base itself and ships entering and leaving the naval station.

The U.S. operation against Iran was made possible thanks to the large-scale deployment of American refueling aircraft, including from the Souda Bay base, according to various sources.

French multi-task aircraft Breguet Atlantique arrived in Crete as EU plans active military presence in Red Sea

Shore leave, in groups, will be granted to crewmembers for the nearby port-city of Chania