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Comments came a day after 'win-win' statement to Breitbart News garnered a later reaction from Donald Trump, who answered a press question citing Mitsotakis' position

In the videos, Hellenic Air Force (HAI) F-16s are shown taking off from the air base and flying in formation

It was agreed that the next meeting between Gerapetritis and Fidan will take place during the informal NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting, scheduled for May 14–15.

Arriving at the NATO Foreign Ministers’ Summit held today in Brussels, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the United States remains highly active within NATO. He reassured his counterparts that the U.S. was “as engaged as ever”, dismissing media reports that suggested otherwise. Rubio further underscored that “President Trump has made it clear […]

Greece's FM George Gerapetritis may also have a call with U.S. national security advisor Mike Waltz.

The Financial Times reports that major European military powers are in talks to revamp the security framework on the continent, as they are ready to undertake more responsibilities in NATO as the U.S. appears to be disengaging from the military alliance, citing four European officials. Citing a new report, the FT says the UK, Germany, […]

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan urged NATO member states to “unite and create their own center of gravity,” describing Donald Trump’s policies as a “wake-up call” for European security. “The actions of the American president are a wake-up call for us, the NATO member states. We must unite and establish our own center of gravity,” […]

NATO Exercise LIVEX “STEADFAST DART 25 marks a significant shift in European defense strategy, potentially ushering in a new era of increased military self-sufficiency and reduced dependence on the United States

The Minister of National Defense of Greece, Nikos Dendias, contacted NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte over the phone today, (January 29). During their talk, the two officials broached matters expected to be included on the agenda at the upcoming NATO Defense Ministers’ meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, in Brussels. “We discussed issues that will […]

“We are not ready for what is coming our way in four to five years. It is time to shift to a wartime mindset, and turbocharge our defence production and defence spending," Rutte said

The 40-minute working meeting focused on bilateral relations and the good results of recent Positive Agenda and Political Dialogue meetings held in Athens

According to Reuters, during a press conference in Kyiv alongside Antonio Costa, the new President of the European Council, Zelenskyy acknowledged the hesitancy of some NATO members but stressed the critical role of U.S. influence in overcoming this resistance

Mitsotakis highlighted Greece’s role in EU-NATO defense cooperation, and called for increased investment and anti-missile protection.

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) called for a comprehensive approach, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement, respect for international law, and support for Cypriot rights in the pursuit of reunification.

This will be Secretary General Mark Rutte's first trip official visit to Athens in his current role at NATO, and he is scheduled to meet with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.