EPISODE · Jul 31, 2025 · 12 MIN
Defense in focus: Greece's plans for SAFE funds, island forces, and more
from The Greek Current · host Hellenic Leaders
The past week has seen a number of developments on defense making headlines in Greece, whether it’s news that Athens will tap into Europe’s SAFE program, or plans that foresee self-sufficient military units on Greece’s islands. Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis to break down why these moves matter, and look at what else he is paying attention to, including Turkey’s deal for Eurofighter jets and its expected response to Greece’s new maritime park in the Aegean.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Greece to tap EU loans to aid defense industriesGreece, 17 EU states apply for SAFE defense financing toolArmed Forces plan foresees self-sufficient army units on islandsGreece awaiting Turkey’s marine park responseAthens not surprised by Turkey’s Eurofighter acquisitionLibyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flowsErdogan shouldn’t bank on Trump
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Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis to break down a number of developments on defense making headlines in Greece, including news that Athens will tap into Europe’s SAFE program, plans that foresee self-sufficient military units on Greece’s islands, Turkey’s deal for Eurofighter jets, and more.
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