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Trilateral work plan for military cooperation between Israel, Greece, Cyprus signed - exclusive

The force would not be a permanent standing unit but one that could be deployed quickly in times of crisis on land, at sea, or in the air.

Israel, Greece, and Cyprus sign 2026 trilateral work plan for military cooperation, December 28, 2025.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pictured in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, December 12, 2025; illustrative.

Turkey's Erdogan denounces Israel-Greece-Cyprus trilateral summit, affirms support for Gaza

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty leave after a press conference in Ankara, Turkey, November 12, 2025.

Egypt, Turkey move in step as Washington, Jerusalem pull apart - analysis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides hold a press conference in Jerusalem, December 22, 2025.

From Antiochus to Mitsotakis: Israel's Mediterranean ties defy historical precedent - editorial


Israel, Greece, Cyprus reaffirm security, energy commitments at trilateral summit

Netanyahu had earlier met with both leaders individually before they were joined by diplomatic teams, including energy ministry representatives, and held a three-way meeting.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, December 22, 2025.

The eighth, most dangerous front: How Turkey went from ally to strategic threat - opinion

Bit by bit, a Turkish front is forming, more dangerous than Israel’s seven arenas since Oct. 7. Erdogan’s ideology and ambition require Israel to refocus on a higher strategic risk.

Relations between Turkey and Israel (illustrative)

Turkey key underlying issue as Israel, Greece, Cyprus hold summit - analysis

The trilateral partnership took shape some 15 years ago after Israel’s ties with Turkey deteriorated, even if it was initially framed in the language of energy cooperation and regional diplomacy.

CYPRIOT PRESIDENT Nikos Christodoulides (C) holds a trilateral summit with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (R) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the presidential palace in the Cypriot capital Nicosia on September 4, 2023.

In move to deter Turkey, Israel explores creation of rapid-response force with Greece, Cyprus

The initiative is part of a broader effort to deter Turkey’s military and strategic activities in the eastern Mediterranean.

Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pose for a photo before signing a deal to build the EastMed subsea pipeline to carry natural gas from the eastern Mediterranean to Europe, at the Zappeion Hall in Athens, Gree

Greece, Israel, Cyprus working on 2,500-strong force for Mediterranean defense - report

According to the report, Greece is analysing implementing Israeli measures, as well as offering a coordinated response mechanism to possible threats by enemy states.

 An Israel Navy Vessel seen outside the Ashdod port in southern Israel, June 9, 2025

Israeli yacht lost at sea made contact with authorities, sailing home ahead of Storm Byron

"An initial inspection conducted indicates that the ship was not in distress but merely lost contact," the Transportation Ministry said in a statement.

Lightning illuminates the sky over the upper Galilee, during a rain storm on November 13, 2025.

In the eye of Storm Byron: Israeli, Cypriot, Greek authorities continue search for missing yacht

There were five people aboard the vessel, and their current condition remains unknown.

Lightning illuminates the sky over the upper Galilee, during a rain storm on November 13, 2025.

Storm Byron expected to reach Israel Wednesday, flash floods and heavy rain anticipated

Israel will expect between 100 and 150 mm of rain, with the storm hitting mainly the coastal areas, while rain is also expected in the north and the Negev.

An Israeli flag flutters as a thunderstorm rages in the Golan Heights, northern Israel, December 6, 2025

Liver flown from Cyprus saves Israeli woman in overnight mission, Rabin Medical Center says

Cross-border coordination led by Israel’s National Transplant Center enabled a rapid liver recovery in Nicosia and a successful transplant in Israel for 32-year-old Linoy Amsalem.

Dr Nesher & Dr Tennak performing the transplant surgery at Rabin Medical Center.

Holiday in Cyprus: The hottest winter escape

In December, Cyprus's Christmas villages add a magical holiday atmosphere while the local culinary scene, offers a taste of Cyprus at its best.

Christmas villages abound throughout Cyprus.

Greek Parliament approves $758 million purchase for 36 PULS launchers from Elbit Systems

This purchase seems to be the first step in a partnership that would include a $3 billion investment in creating a “multi-layered air and missile defense dome over Greece,” Greek media reported.

A PULS multiple rocket launcher miniature and artillery rockets by Israeli Elbit Systems is exhibited at the DEFEA Defence Exhibition, in Athens, Greece, May 8, 2025.