Greek, Cypriot and Israeli military officers have signed a joint action plan and a Greece–Israel military cooperation program in Nicosia, a day after the tripartite summit in Jerusalem.
Based on agreements reached by the three countries’ leaders, the plan includes joint training for special operations units and the exchange of expertise on modern threats such as unmanned aerial systems and electronic warfare.
The Hellenic National Defence General Staff said the cooperation “strengthens the role of the three countries as supporters of peace, stability, and security in the Eastern Mediterranean.”
For the first time, lessons learned in countering drones and electronic threats will be shared, drawing on Israel’s advances in these areas, including the Iron Beam laser system.
An intensive schedule of joint land, sea and air exercises has been outlined.
Israeli fighter jets will return to Greece for the international Iniochos air exercise for the first time since 2023, while Greek participation in Israel’s Noble Dina naval exercise will continue in 2026.
Aerial refuelling drills south of Crete, Israeli naval involvement, and coordinated special operations training are also planned.
The agreement coincides with Greece’s defence upgrades, including Israeli air defence systems, advanced munitions for upgraded F-16s, and discussions on acquiring LORA ballistic missiles, anti-drone systems, and radar and command-and-control technology.
Officials said the expanded cooperation will improve early warning, operational readiness and regional awareness across the Eastern Mediterranean.
Source: Ekathimerini.
