Israel and Greece Hold Joint Naval Exercise Including Missile Fire

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The naval forces of Israel and Greece conducted a joint exercise in the central Mediterranean. According to Walla, the exercise included missile firing, threat neutralization and an operational voyage, and took place against the backdrop of regional tensions. According to Behadrei Haredim, the Missile Boat Flotilla of the Israeli Navy took part in the exercise, led by the commanders of both navies and the Chief of General Staff of the Greek Armed Forces. According to Kikar HaShabbat, the exercise included threat scenarios in the maritime arena, with Maj. Gen. Harel and his Greek counterpart leading the drill.

According to Maariv, the Israel Defense Forces revealed the exercise, and it was intended to strengthen operational cooperation between the two countries.