Greek PM thanks France for security pledge

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has publicly thanked French President Emmanuel Macron for a clear security pledge. Mitsotakis stated that Macron "clearly reiterated yesterday that if ever — God forbid — Greece needs France’s support, France will be there." This public affirmation of bilateral support comes amid ongoing regional tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean. The statement underscores the deepening defense relationship between the two NATO allies.