Greece extends Patriot missile deployment in Saudi Arabia by one month

Nikos Dendias: “The issue with Saudi Arabia will be resolved”

In further detail, the Defense Minister — speaking after the conclusion of the Maximos Mansion session — emphasized that the matter of the Greek Patriot systems would be addressed, noting that KYSEA has decided to keep the Patriot battery stationed in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, for one additional month. It is worth noting that the Greek Force deployed in Saudi Arabia (ELDYSA) is currently defending the region’s energy infrastructure, which has been repeatedly targeted by Yemen’s Houthi forces.

What was discussed at the KYSEA meeting

During the session, Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis briefed attendees on the latest international developments, with particular emphasis on the Eastern Mediterranean, the Middle East, and Ukraine, as well as on Greece’s agenda as it assumes the Presidency of the United Nations Security Council effective today — according to a statement issued by government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis. Based on the same briefing, discussions also covered matters relating to the deployment of national forces within the framework of Greece’s international obligations.