Nikos Dendias is in the news over Greece’s defense ties and regional tensions. He’s a conservative politician and Greece’s Defence Minister.
On March 2, 2026, an Iranian-made drone struck the British RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus, causing minor damage. The attack, linked to Iran-backed Hezbollah militants, prompted Cyprus to seek military aid from France and Greece. The UK allowed US defensive strikes from its bases but denied offensive use. Cyprus is reconsidering the status of British bases amid rising regional tensions.
A fisherman on Lefkada has found a coastal-drone craft, later moved to a naval base for inspection. Greek officials have confirmed it is a Ukrainian unmanned surface vehicle, raising concerns over navigation safety as EU defense ministers discuss the incident.