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Kostas Iliakis: The “eagle” of Crete who was extinguished in the sky

Twenty years have passed since the deadly aerial engagement that cost the Greek squadron leader his life and brought Greece and Turkey to the brink of conflict

Kostas Iliakis: Memorial events commemorating 12 years since his death in a dogfight

Greek Chief of General Staff: "Iliakis' sacrifice strengthens our determination to defend our independence"