Six Turkish F-16 fighter jets violated Greek airspace on Tuesday, marking a series of incursions in the Aegean. These violations involved armed aircraft.

Armed Turkish F-16 fighter jets conducted multiple violations of Greek airspace over the Aegean Sea, leading to an engagement with Greek fighter aircraft.

Tensions between Ankara and Athens are escalating as Greek media report a series of incidents over the Aegean Sea, including armed Turkish F-16 fighter jets violating Greek airspace, leading to simulated dogfights.

Greece is replacing Patriot missiles with Mirage 2000-5 aircraft in Karpathos and rotating F-16s in Cyprus as part of an ongoing renewal of its air force presence in the region.

The article describes the world's largest aircraft 'boneyard' located in Arizona, where numerous retired military aircraft, including B-52s and F-16s, are stored.

Portuguese F-16 jets, operating as part of a NATO mission, intercepted Russian An-12 transport and Su-35 fighter aircraft over the Baltic Sea, marking another incident of non-compliance with international flight regulations.

Saab is looking to participate in discussions regarding the new fighter jets Portugal's Air Force will purchase to replace its F-16s, and is already negotiating to install new missile systems on Navy frigates.

Romania's Ministry of National Defense scrambled F-16 jets and activated air defense systems after detecting a group of Russian drones near its border. The incident prompted a heightened state of alert in the region.

Poland is undergoing its largest air force transformation in decades, with 32 F-35s, 47 modernized F-16s, and 48 FA-50s, while also contemplating the timely decision for a sixth-generation aircraft.

The arrival of four Greek F-16s and frigates at the British Bases in Cyprus is seen as a 'game changer,' shifting the political landscape after a drone incident on March 1st.

Taiwan has confirmed that the long-awaited deliveries of US F-16 fighter jets, which had faced delays, are now scheduled to commence later this year.

Taiwan has confirmed that the delayed delivery of F-16 fighter jets from the United States is now expected to commence in 2026.

Belgium is testing a new type of domestically produced laser-guided missile on its F-16 aircraft to effectively neutralize low-cost drone threats, with test campaigns underway for integration.

Republican and Democratic US lawmakers are raising the issue of the transfer and deployment of Turkish F-16 fighter jets to occupied Cyprus in the American Congress.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited a Romanian air base where Ukrainian pilots are training on F-16 fighter jets.

Bulgarian MiG-29 fighter jets conducted training flights with Greek F-16s, with the primary goals of achieving better coordination and operational interoperability between the two air forces.

Athens has responded to recent Turkish announcements regarding Greek islands and the deployment of F-16 fighter jets to occupied Cyprus, reiterating that the occupation does not legitimize such actions.

A senior IDF official reportedly told the 'Post' that the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei and top military officials was an 'incredible operation' involving F-16s, F-35s, F-15s, and Israeli intelligence.

A Greek MEP has submitted an urgent question to the European Commission, requesting sanctions against Turkey for deploying F-16 fighter jets in occupied Cyprus.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Cyprus, where Mitsotakis was received by Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Their visit comes as the Middle East conflict enters its tenth day, with Turkish F-16s also present in the occupied territories.

Türkiye mulls sending F-16s to Turkish Cyprus amid Mideast war  Hürriyet Daily News

Greece has sent frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus, setting an example for other countries to create a protective dome, according to Deputy Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis.

Portugal is looking to replace its F-16 fighter jets, and Swedish company Saab is eyeing the contract. Officials suggest that a portion of the new aircraft could be produced locally by OGMA.

Greek Minister Dendias announced increased security measures, including the deployment of frigates HS Kimon and HS Psara, along with four F-16s, to provide security for Cyprus.

Greek F-16 fighter jets reportedly intercepted suspected drones near Lebanon before they could enter Cypriot airspace. This incident led to a flight bound for Larnaca returning to Athens.

France plans to send anti-missile and anti-drone systems along with a frigate to Cyprus after a drone struck a British air base on the island, while Greece has dispatched fighter jets and warships to…

The Greek frigates 'Kimon' and 'Psara' have sailed from Salamis Naval Base for Cyprus, with F-16 pairs stationed in Paphos reported to be operationally ready.

Nikos Dendias announced that Greece is sending two frigates and a pair of F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus — the Greek defence minister is heading to Cyprus following talks with Mitsotakis The post Greece…

Two unmanned aerial vehicles moving towards British Bases in Akrotiri, Cyprus, were intercepted. Greece is sending two frigates and F-16 jets in response.

A Russian drone crossed Romanian airspace on February 25 during an attack on Ukraine, prompting the activation of air defense systems and the scrambling of two F-16 fighter jets by the Romanian…

US and Chinese fighter jets have engaged in a rare stand-off over the Yellow Sea, according to media reports in South Korea. This comes at a time when the United States has been trying to shift the focus of its troops stationed in the country away from North Korea to concentrate more on China. The incident on Wednesday involved around 10 US F-16s, which took off from Osan Air Base around 65km (40 miles) south of Seoul and flew west over the Yellow Sea as part of a training operation, according...

Poland's state-owned defense group, Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), is reportedly considering the modernization and servicing of Ukrainian fighter jets, including F-16s and MiG-29s. This move could bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever to discuss the delivery schedule for F-16 fighter jets. Belgium is set to provide Ukraine with seven F-16s in 2024.

Turkish F-16 fighter jets reportedly interfered with military aircraft carrying EU defense ministers to an informal meeting in Cyprus, leading to a serious diplomatic and military incident and a strong reaction from Nicosia.

Airbus, leading the Eurofighter consortium, argues that choosing its fighter jet to replace F-16s would be an investment in European industry, contrasting with the Portuguese Air Force's interest in the F-35.

Tensions are rising in the northeastern and southeastern Aegean Sea as Turkey conducts a series of violations and infringements, including an air combat incident involving armed F-16s.

New Turkish provocations were recorded on Monday, May 18, 2026, in the Aegean Sea, with Turkish F-16 fighter jets and a KC-135 tanker aircraft violating air traffic rules in the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR).

A significant escalation in Turkish air force activity was recorded over the Aegean Sea, with nine violations of the Athens FIR. This number is an increase compared to a recent period of relative calm, and included a pair of armed F-16s.

Slovak Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák has proposed a new NATO mission in the Baltics, suggesting that Slovak F-16 fighter jets could be deployed against Russians and expressing a desire to include artillery units with new Eva howitzers.

Javier Milei and his people can't contain their excitement after reports that the US will support Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands.

Romanian F-16 fighter jets intercepted a Russian military reconnaissance aircraft operating over the Baltic Sea, close to Lithuanian airspace.

Norwegian Member of Parliament Peter Frølich has proposed exploring the possibility of maintaining Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets in Bodø, Norway, citing benefits for both Bodø and Ukraine.

Armed Turkish F-16 fighter jets conducted a series of provocative violations in the southeastern Aegean, triggering an alert in Greek air defense after months of calm.

Poland is undergoing its most significant aviation transformation in decades, acquiring F-35s, modernizing F-16s, and purchasing FA-50s, and now faces the critical challenge of making a timely decision regarding sixth-generation fighter aircraft.

Three Turkish F-16s took off in the afternoon from the illegal airport of Tymbou, with the sound of their engines heard across much of eastern Nicosia The post Cyprus: Low-altitude flights by Turkish…

Taiwan has reiterated that the delayed $8 billion sale of Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jets from the United States, approved in 2019, is expected to see initial deliveries begin this year after facing previous issues.

Taiwan has announced that delayed deliveries of US F-16 fighter jets are expected to commence this year, providing an update on its defense capabilities.

US House Representatives have condemned Turkey's recent deployment of F-16 fighter jets to the occupied northern part of Cyprus, causing new reactions in the US and blocking the sale of F-16s.

Two weeks after US and Israeli intervention in Iran and days after sending frigates and F-16s to Cyprus, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated in an exclusive interview that Greece must be ready for all scenarios if the Iran crisis extends, ruling out early elections or a government reshuffle.

Two Greek F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets, stationed at the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos, took off just before 1 p.m. yesterday.

The visit of the Greek minister to Bulgaria takes place in the context of strengthening bilateral relations in the sectors of Defense, Security, and Innovation The post Dendias to visit Bulgaria tomorrow after deployment of Patriot and F-16s to the Greek-Bulgarian border appeared first on ProtoThema English.

After the meeting with Nikos Christodoulides and Emmanuel Macron, the prime minister visited the pilots of the Greek fighter jets that have been redeployed to the “Andreas Papandreou” base The post…

Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis highlighted Greece's swift political and operational response in sending F-16s and frigates to Cyprus, stating it demonstrated Greece's role as a geopolitical pillar of stability during the US-Iran conflict.

Greece is urgently deploying a Patriot anti-missile battery and F-16 fighter jets to its northern border to protect neighboring Bulgaria from potential ballistic missile threats arising from the escalating war in Iran.

“Following a request from the Bulgarian side, Greece will provide assets and personnel for the protection of Bulgaria,” said the Minister of Defence – Watch the video with the statements of Nikos…

No suspicious object was found in Cyprus after a morning alert, which was triggered by information about a suspicious object in Lebanese airspace, prompting Greek F-16s to scramble.

Greece is bolstering Cyprus's air defense capabilities by deploying 'Centaur' and Aster 30 systems on frigates, along with F-16s, to create a protective shield against aerial attacks.

Greece has deployed frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus in response to rising security tensions in the region, signaling a heightened state of readiness.

Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets in response to a drone violating its airspace on Wednesday evening, during a Russian attack on Ukraine.

The city of Ioannina is celebrating its liberation with a parade featuring the Presidential Guard, F-16 warplanes, and helicopters, which are expected to perform flyovers during the military units' procession.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš has proposed that Europe should fund training aircraft for Ukraine, specifically mentioning ten Czech L-39NG Skyfox planes in addition to F-16s. This comes as discussions continue regarding financial allocations, including those related to the Electronic Sales Records (EET) system.

Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 fighter jets have participated in their first exercise, 'Thracian Blade 2026', performing joint tasks with Bulgarian MiG-29s and Hungarian JAS 39 Gripens.

Turkish F-16 fighter jets flew parallel to and harassed the aircraft carrying Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias. Greece stated that Turkey's response to the incident lacked legal basis.

A battle is underway between the F-35, Gripen, and Eurofighter to replace Portugal's F-16s, with arguments presented for each candidate based on geopolitics and industrial incentives.

Tommy Myrvoll, a 64-year-old responsible for F-16 maintenance in Bodø, Norway, lost his job after criticizing the Prime Minister on Facebook regarding F-16s for Ukraine.

Greece will continue to station F-16 fighter jets in Cyprus, a deployment that began in March after the British Akrotiri air force base was reportedly hit by an Iranian-made drone.

For the second consecutive day, Turkey has escalated its military presence in the Aegean Sea, sending armed F-16 fighter jets and a naval cooperation aircraft to violate the Athens FIR and Greek airspace.

Nine Turkish aircraft, including two armed F-16s, committed nine violations of air traffic rules in the Athens FIR over the northeastern and southeastern Aegean Sea on Tuesday.

Albania marked the 75th anniversary of its Air Force with a ceremony where Greek and Italian F-16 fighter jets notably participated, overshadowing Albanian aircraft.

Morocco has launched its inaugural Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) qualification course as part of the African Lion 26 exercise, involving US Air Force B-52H bombers and Royal Moroccan Air Force F-16s to boost airpower coordination.

Five Turkish aircraft, including four F-16s (two armed), carried out multiple violations of Greek airspace and Athens FIR air traffic rules in the Aegean Sea.

New Turkish violations were recorded in the southeastern Aegean region on Tuesday, including two armed Turkish F-16 fighter jets.

F-16 fighter jets from the Hellenic Air Force participated in the "NEPTUNE STRIKE 26-1" exercise, operating in the Balkans and the Adriatic Sea.

Three Turkish F-16 fighter jets took off from Ercan (Tymbou) airport in northern Cyprus, with the sound audible across much of eastern Nicosia.

Taiwan has confirmed that the delayed delivery of F-16 fighter jets from the United States is now expected to commence in 2026, addressing concerns over its air defense capabilities.

Taiwan has stated that delayed deliveries of US F-16 fighter jets are expected to begin arriving this year.

PASOK and SYRIZA voted “present”, while the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) and Course of Freedom voted against in the parliamentary committee.

The move "undermines the sovereignty of Cyprus and will only serve to increase tensions in the region", he says and calls on Erdogan "to change course immediately". The post US: Congressman Gregory Meeks reacts strongly to the deployment of Turkish F-16s in occupied Cyprus appeared first on ProtoThema English.

U.S. Democratic Congressman Gregory Meeks expressed his strong reaction to the presence of Turkish F-16 fighter jets in the occupied territories of Cyprus. Meeks, who is the Democratic leader on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, voiced his concern over the issue.

“We cannot talk about appeasement when we have Kimon, Psara and F-16s in Cyprus,” Papastavrou said.

Two Greek F-16 fighter jets took off from the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos, Cyprus, as part of ongoing personnel training exercises.

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated that Turkey's decision to deploy F-16s in the northern part of the island is a reaction to a message sent by the EU, asserting that Turkey will not cease to be an occupying power.

Turkiye considering deployment of F-16s to Cyprus, ministry source says  Arab News

Greece will bolster Bulgaria's air defense against potential Iranian missiles and drones using its Patriot air defense systems and F-16 fighter jets, as announced by the Greek defense minister.

Greece has decided to deploy Patriot missile batteries and F-16 fighter jets to the northern part of its territory to provide anti-ballistic protection for a significant portion of Bulgaria.

Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias stated that the presence of four F-16s and two frigates can provide excellent security to the Republic of Cyprus, emphasizing Greece's protection.

Greek F-16 fighter jets were scrambled and airspace was temporarily shut down after a drone was spotted near Lebanese airspace.

The South Korean Air Force announced that a midair collision between two F-16C fighter jets during a night training exercise last month was caused by pilot error.

Greek frigates 'Kimon' and 'Psara' have sailed for Cyprus, and four F-16s are based in Paphos, as Athens and Nicosia are on increased readiness following attacks involving Iranian-origin drones.

Four F-16 aircraft of the Hellenic Air Force have landed in Cyprus, as announced by the Cypriot government spokesman, Konstantinos Letymbiotis.

Greece has ordered the immediate deployment of a significant military force to the Republic of Cyprus following strikes on the island and a deteriorating regional security situation.

A Russian drone briefly entered Romanian airspace during a Russian attack on Ukraine, prompting F-16s to be scrambled.

Two Romanian F-16 fighter jets were scrambled after a drone briefly entered Romanian airspace during new Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports along the Danube River.