Greece And Ukraine Sign Security Agreement

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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis signed a security agreement with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, aligning Greece with the European Union and 20 other EU members in supporting Ukraine’s security. The agreement, signed during the European Council meeting in Brussels, aims to bolster Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion. It complements other international agreements with Ukraine, signaling Greece’s commitment to Ukraine’s reconstruction. Zelenskiy announced that Greece is prepared to meet Ukraine’s urgent defense needs and will accelerate F-16 pilot and technician training. The agreement highlights Greece’s active role in Ukraine’s ongoing defense and recovery efforts.

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