Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias Visits Lebanon to Strengthen Military Ties and Cooperation
Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias is in Lebanon today, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, on an official visit following an invitation from his Lebanese counterpart, Michel Menassa.
During his visit to Beirut, Minister Dendias held bilateral talks with Defense Minister Menassa in what he described as a warm and cordial atmosphere. He emphasized the importance of deepening defense cooperation between the two countries, noting the long-standing historical ties that unite the Greek and Lebanese peoples.
“We discussed strengthening our defense cooperation within the framework of the historic bonds that connect our peoples,” stated Dendias.
Following the meeting, Dendias expressed Greece’s commitment to supporting Lebanon’s Armed Forces, saying, “We are friends, neighbors, and we believe in the future of Lebanon.”
The Greek Defense Minister also took the opportunity to reiterate Greece’s support for Lebanon’s new government, adding that Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was the first foreign leader to visit the country following the ceasefire agreement.
“We will continue to promote defense diplomacy grounded in regional cooperation, based on International Law and the Law of the Sea. We believe this is in the best interest of all countries in the region,” Dendias said.
As part of his official visit, Minister Dendias will meet the President of the Republic of Lebanon, General Joseph Aoun, and later with Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri.