Greek, Cypriot, and Israeli military officers signed a joint action plan and a Greece-Israel military cooperation program in Nicosia on Tuesday, a day after the tripartite summit in Jerusalem.
The plan, based on agreements reached by the three countries’ leaders, includes joint training of special operations units and exchange of expertise on modern threats, including unmanned systems (UAVs) and electronic warfare.
The Hellenic National Defense 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 on countering drones and electronic threats will be shared, drawing on Israel’s advances in these fields, such as the Iron Beam laser system.
The three nations have outlined an intensive schedule of joint exercises on land, sea, and air. Israeli fighter jets will return to Greece for the first time since 2023 for the international air exercise Iniochos, organized by the Hellenic Air Force, while Greek participation in the Israeli naval exercise Noble Dina 2026 will continue. Aerial refueling exercises south of Crete and Israeli naval involvement are also planned for 2026, alongside coordinated special operations training.
The agreement coincides with Greece’s ongoing upgrades to its defense capabilities, including new air defense systems from Israel and advanced munitions for upgraded F-16s.
Discussions are also underway regarding the potential acquisition of LORA ballistic missiles, anti-drone systems, and radar and command-and-control technology.
Officials say the enhanced cooperation and planned exercises will improve early warning, operational readiness, and regional awareness across the Eastern Mediterranean.