Turkey Agenda and Cooperation Decision at Defense Meeting in Athens
The defense ministers of Greece and Israel met in Athens to evaluate joint defense projects against Turkey's military capacity.
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz met in Athens, deciding to deepen cooperation against Turkey's military and technological capacity and announcing joint military activities planned for 2026.
Critical Meeting Held in Athens
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz met in Athens to discuss bilateral relations and regional security issues.
Steps Against Turkey's Military Capacity
At the press conference held after the meeting, steps to be taken against Turkey's increasing military and technological capacity in the region were comprehensively discussed.
Joint Defense in UAVs and Unmanned Systems
A decision was made to deepen cooperation, particularly on developing joint defense capabilities against Ankara's UAVs, swarming drones, and unmanned naval vessels.
Information Sharing and Projects in the Defense Industry
During the meeting between the two ministers, increasing the joint military presence in the Eastern Mediterranean, technical information sharing in the defense industry, and joint projects were addressed.
Joint Military Activities for 2026
Israeli Defense Minister Katz publicly announced that a total of 55 joint activities have been planned with Greece for 2026 within the scope of the military cooperation program.