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In a strategic move to modernize its defense system, the Greek government has finalized a deal to acquire 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from the United States, marking a significant enhancement of its military assets. The agreement, which was approved by the U.S. State Department, is part of a $1.95 billion foreign military sale, encompassing […]
The Government of Greece has officially signed off on its purchase of 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from the US. Approved by the US State Department in 2023, the foreign military sale is estimated to be worth $1.95 billion. The deal will cover personnel training and training equipment to ensure . . .
The United States House Armed Services Committee’s approval of the sale of 35 UH-60 Black Hawk Utility Helicopters to Greece marks a significant development in the military dynamics of the Aegean region. This decision comes against a backdrop of regional tensions, particularly with Türkiye. As reported by the Greek newspaper Kathimerini, the deal is set […]
The Biden administration has approved the sale of F-16 fighters jets to Turkey following the Turkish government’s ratification this week of Sweden’s membership in NATO By MATTHEW LEE AP Diplomatic Writer January 26, 2024, 8:44 PM ET • 3 min read WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has approved the sale of F-16 fighter jets to […]
The US State Department has approved a possible $1.95-billion sale of Black Hawk helicopters to Greece. The sale lists 35 Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters as an acquisition priority for Athens to replace its current helicopter fleet with more reliable capabilities. Common missile warning, radar, and wireless intercom systems could also be purchased through the […]
The US State Department has approved a potential sale of Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters to Greece. Greece has requested the purchase of 35 Black Hawks, with engines, defensive aids, self-defence weapons and other associated equipment in a deal worth up to US$2 billion, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on 15 December.
The UH-60M Black Hawk is equipped with two GE T700-GE-701D engines. Image courtesy of Sikorsky. Greece was cleared to purchase 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters by the US State Department on 15 December as part of a contract worth $1.95bn (€1.7bn) with Lockheed Martin’ Sikorsky company. The
[Shutterstock file photo] The US Department of State has approved a possible sale to Greece of 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters “and related equipment,” it announced Friday. The estimated cost is $1.95 billion. “The proposed sale will replace Greece’s current multi-role helicopter fleet with a more reliable and proven system that will allow Greece to […]
Elisabeth [not her real name] described how people in her group, including a pregnant woman, were handcuffed and beaten: “They dragged her on the ground… They tied them like this [putting wrists together in front of her body], they also tied the pregnant woman. They even stepped on the other lady’s stomach, beating her.” Some […]
Some patients report that their possessions, including mobile phones, money, and medications, were confiscated, before they were forced onto boats, taken out to sea, transferred onto life rafts, and then cast adrift – an illegal practice known as pushbacks. Over the past two years, MSF teams on Lesvos and Samos have provided medical assistance to […]