Cyprus Times

Mitsotakis: 'Kimon' Frigate a Link in Armed Forces Modernization

Published January 15, 2026, 13:11
Mitsotakis: 'Kimon' Frigate a Link in Armed Forces Modernization

The 'Kimon' frigate has been officially integrated into the Hellenic Navy, marking a significant step in the modernization of the armed forces. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed pride and a sense of upliftment for the arrival of the frigate, emphasizing that it strengthens the country's deterrent capability and its position as a pillar of stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. Mr. Mitsotakis stressed that delivering a safer homeland is his primary duty as Prime Minister. The acquisition of the frigate is part of a broader effort to modernize the armed forces.