Greece to buy 16 Exocet anti-ship missiles from France: Report

The deal was signed in Athens during a meeting between visiting French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu and Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, according to public broadcaster ERT.

Arguing that Greece faces constant threats, Dendias said the country must always stay ahead of rival nations.

He also reiterated opposition to defense cooperation between Türkiye and the European Union.

Lecornu emphasized the importance France places on the Eastern Mediterranean and said Paris is interested in building additional FDI-class frigates for the Greek Navy.

France has been a key arms supplier to Greece in recent years, including deliveries of Rafale fighter jets and FDI-class frigates.

Greece has been using earlier versions of Exocet missiles for decades.

The missile, produced by French defense company MBDA, is known for its precision and sea-skimming capability and is designed to destroy medium-sized warships.