Athens is racing to protect targets in Greece and Cyprus that Tehran appears to be threatening to strike

Defense officials are examining relocating the air defense battery from Karpathos amid intelligence reports that Iran could target U.S. assets in Cyprus and Bulgaria if Washington strikes Tehran again

A court sentenced the 27-year-old to more than seven years in prison after finding he monitored military installations in Crete and collected sensitive information, allegations he denies and has appealed.

Souda Bay is one of the more strategically significant facilities in the eastern Mediterranean, serving as a pillar of Greece–US defense cooperation and a forward operating post for NATO activities in the region

The world’s largest aircraft carrier has arrived in Crete for inspections following a major onboard fire that caused damage and left several sailors needing medical attention.

Investigators are heading to Souda Bay in Crete to question crew members after a fire broke out aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford — with deliberate sabotage considered an extreme but possible cause

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.