'The exercise symbolizes an important milestone in reinforcing strategic and international cooperation between the State of Israel and Greece,' stated the IDF.

Under the deal, the largest ever between the two countries, Israel’s Elbit Systems will establish and operate a flight school for the Hellenic Air Force.

Israel and Greece held a joint aerial exercise, further improving their already cutting-edge abilities.   

Greece's air force will train again with the IAF, the latest stage in the regional forging of ties. 

Israel's air force will again train together with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) air force, this time in Greece.