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