Published On Apr 24, 2024
According to reports from the Greek news outlet Pronews, Greece is contemplating the transfer of one of its two Patriot PAC-3 air defense systems to Ukraine. This potential exchange is being considered in light of security and financial assurances offered by the United States, despite the complexities in Greece's relationship with Turkey. The Greek government, which has refrained from sending significant air defense systems to Ukraine thus far, views this proposal as a potential safeguard against regional threats, particularly from Turkey. While the precise nature of the guarantees provided by the U.S. remains unspecified, they may include the provision of Patriot systems in the near future, drawing from the $61 billion support package earmarked for Ukraine.