In an age when challenges to security are evolving, the Armed Forces are "elements of our national constitution, they are a symbol of national presence and survival. They send the message that Greece can ensure its independence, preserve its territorial integrity and defend its sovereign rights," National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said in a message to the military on Monday, ahead of the celebration of Armed Forces Day on November 21.

A report outlining the findings of a Sworn Administrative Inquiry into a wildfire that spread and caused an explosion in an ammunitions depot at the 111 Combat Wing in Nea Anchialos was delivered to Defence Minister Nikos Dendias on Friday, by Hellenic National Defence General Staff chief, General Konstantinos Floros.

Defense Minister Nikos Dendias ordered an emergency official inquiry into the explosions in Nea Anchialos, clarifying in his statements that if there are any responsibilities, they will be attributed.