What Happened
Achilles' Shield Air Defense System Leads Defense Procurement Package
Greece has approved a sweeping $4.8 billion defense procurement package, headlined by the acquisition of the advanced Israeli-developed Achilles’ Shield air defense system. The system is expected to provide layered protection against aerial threats, including aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones. The package also includes significant participation from Greece’s domestic defense industry, with 12 Greek companies taking part in the project. According to News.Az, citing Anadolu Agency, the agreement marks a major upgrade to Greece’s military capabilities.