En.Protothema.Gr Greece's Defense Minister Addresses Cybersecurity as National Security Concern
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- •Nikos Dendias emphasizes cyberattacks on critical infrastructure as a national security issue.
- •The 'Achilles’ Shield' framework includes five layers of defense against hybrid threats.
- •Dendias is in the US discussing advancements in cyber-defense and military technology.
On October 21, 2026, Greece's Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, emphasized the critical nature of cyberattacks on national infrastructure during his speech at the Cyber Greece 2026 conference. He highlighted the blurred lines between peace and war due to hybrid threats targeting essential services like energy, communications, and healthcare. Dendias introduced the 'Achilles’ Shield' framework, which includes five layers of defense and aims to unify the Armed Forces' information operations. He noted that artificial intelligence enhances the effectiveness of these hybrid threats. Concurrently, Dendias is visiting the US for discussions on cyber-defense and innovation, indicating a strategic shift towards advanced technologies in military operations. The ongoing developments are part of Greece's 'Agenda 2030' initiative to bolster national security against evolving cyber threats.
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