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Russian President plans to send 400,000 more troops to Ukraine and refuses to back down
According to The Economist, the Russian president believes ending the war without capturing Donbas would endanger him with his own elite, as fears grow in the West over Kremlin plans for further escalation and repression
Greece–Israel agreements for the “Achilles Shield” to be signed in Tel Aviv on Monday
The “Achilles Shield” was approved by the Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) on Thursday, July 23, 2026
Cyprus leaves Russian weapons behind and turns to the West: The National Guard’s major modernization plan
The National Guard is gradually transitioning from Russian-origin systems to Western and Israeli platforms
Tensions between Israel & Turkey are rising in Syria: Airbase bombings, Ankara’s denial & US intervention
Israel speaks of a Turkish “threat” following a strike on an airbase in Syria, while Ankara denies sending troops - Washington calls it “unnecessary escalation”
From ‘shadow fleet’ to ship seizures: where does Russia’s new threat lead for Greece
Vladimir Putin has threatened retaliation against European vessels if Russian ships are targeted, as Pacific Fleet commander Viktor Liina says his forces stand ready to inspect and hold foreign shipping, raising risk for Greek owners
Konstantinos Floros: “The doctrine still stands today: anyone who sets foot on Greek soil will first be burned & only then will we ask who they are”
General Floros on everything: “Greece won the battle of perceptions during the 2020 naval collision incident and the hybrid attack at Evros. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is the kind of leader you want to have in times of crisis”
“Green light” from KYSEA for €4.2 billion in defense procurements: Achilles’ Shield and its weapons in the spotlight
Critical meeting at the Maximos Mansion with emphasis on upgrading air defense, anti-drone systems, and new procurements for the Army, Navy, and Air Force – Dendias’ announcements at 11:30
