Greece and Israel forge defense pact to counter drones, cyber threats, and undersea vehicles, boosting regional security with Cyprus amid tensions with Turkey.

Greece and Israel have announced a new defense partnership focused on countering drone swarms, unmanned underwater vehicles, and cyber threats, following talks between their defense ministers in Athens. The cooperation includes sharing expertise, joint exercises, and the development of advanced air and drone defense systems, with Greece purchasing Israeli PULS rocket systems and negotiating a multi-layered defense network. The move strengthens a broader trilateral security alliance with Cyprus, aimed at enhancing regional stability amid ongoing tensions with Turkey over maritime boundaries and energy resources.