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Activities of Greek Deputy Defense Minister Thanasis Davakis

Overview

Greek Deputy Minister of National Defense Thanasis Davakis has engaged in both domestic military inspections and international commemorative activities.

In September 2026, Davakis visited the 5th Commando Squadron headquarters. During the visit, he was briefed on training programs and operational capabilities, meeting with officers and conscripts to discuss readiness. He also noted that the political leadership is committed to upgrading military facilities and improving the living conditions of service members.

In October 2026, Davakis traveled to Egypt to attend the 84th anniversary of the Battle of El Alamein. He participated in memorial services and laid a wreath at the Greek Military Memorial. In a speech, he honored the Greek Middle East Army and the 1st Greek Brigade, noting the historical significance of Greek soldiers who fought during the period of triple occupation.

Entities

Thanasis Davakis · Egypt · 1st Greek Brigade · Greece · Alexandros Gremos

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Thanasis Davakis attends El Alamein Battle anniversary in Egypt

    Greek Deputy Defense Minister Thanasis Davakis attended the 84th anniversary of the Battle of El Alamein in Egypt, honoring the fallen Greek soldiers of the 1st Greek Brigade.

  2. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Thanasis Davakis visits the 5th Commando Squadron

    Greek Deputy Defense Minister Thanasis Davakis visited the 5th Commando Squadron to review operational readiness and discuss facility upgrades for Special Forces personnel.

Sources

businessdaily.gr · capital.gr · cretaone.gr · veteranos.gr · zougla.gr