Greece is evaluating the deployment of a pair of AH-64D Apache attack helicopters to the United Arab Emirates to support counter-drone operations, according to a report. The measure is based on a bilateral defense agreement established in 2020.
Greece is evaluating the deployment of two AH-64D Apache attack helicopters to the United Arab Emirates for counter-drone operations, based on a 2020 bilateral defense agreement, according to a report.
The Zioneer has previously reported on Greece's deepening defense ties with Israel, including the $4 billion 'Achilles Shield' air defense system deal approved in July and the upgrade of its drone fleet with armed strike capabilities. Separately, the United States has deployed over 100 Apache attack helicopters to bases in Kuwait, the UAE, and Bahrain, as reported by The Zioneer in late July.
No timeline or decision has been announced for the Greek evaluation.
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