Greece moves Patriot interceptor to protect key military base amid rising US-Iran tensions – report

Greece has relocated a Patriot air defense battery to Crete, near the Souda military base, in response to escalating US-Iran tensions and threats from Iranian officials against US bases in Europe. The move, reported by Greek newspaper Kathimerini, occurred overnight and aims to protect critical infrastructure and military facilities. Allied intelligence is concerned about Iran's ballistic missile capabilities, with a reported range exceeding 2,000 km, potentially placing parts of southeastern Europe, including Greece, within striking distance. Athens is reportedly in contact with the US and Israel regarding potential threats to military bases in Greece and Cyprus. Sources close to the Iranian regime have indicated that Tehran is considering attacking US military targets in Europe, including assets in southeastern European countries like Bulgaria and Cyprus, if the conflict escalates.