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Behadrei HaredimSecurity

Israel and Greece Navy Conduct Joint Exercise in Mediterranean

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Hebrew · 6 newsrooms covering

Israel's Navy and the Hellenic Navy held a joint exercise in the Mediterranean Sea this week, practicing scenarios like sinking an enemy vessel. The drill was overseen by top naval commanders from both countries, aiming to improve joint operational capabilities and regional security. The IDF called the exercise a major step forward in military cooperation between Israel and Greece.

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  • Israel and Greece navies conducted a joint exercise in the Mediterranean Sea this week.
  • The drill included practicing scenarios like sinking an enemy vessel with missiles.
  • Top naval commanders from both nations directly managed the joint exercise.
  • The exercise aimed to enhance joint maritime capabilities and regional security.
  • The IDF described the naval drill as a significant advancement in cooperation.
Israel and Greece Navy Conduct Joint Exercise in Mediterranean
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The Israeli Navy's missile ship flotilla and the Hellenic Navy conducted a joint exercise this week in the Mediterranean Sea. The forces practiced a series of operational scenarios, including identifying and neutralizing threats, joint operational sailing, and sinking an enemy vessel through missile fire.

The exercise was directly managed by the highest echelons of both navies, including Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Eyal Harel, his Greek counterpart, Admiral Dimitrios Eleftherios Katris, and the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff, General Dimitrios Choupis.

The joint activity aimed to create a unified maritime picture, enhance defense and attack capabilities, and preserve freedom of operation and navigation in the Mediterranean region amidst evolving threats. The IDF described the exercise as a significant advancement in naval military cooperation between Jerusalem and Athens.

"The joint exercise with the Greek Navy is a significant component in deepening operational cooperation between the navies," stated Vice Admiral Harel. He added that the strategic partnership with Greece serves as a significant force multiplier, strengthening the ability of both militaries to operate together in offense and defense for the region's security.

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