The United States’ defense cooperation with Greece is at a historically high level and makes the wider region safer, the State Department notes regarding the imminent sale of F-35 fighter jets to our country.

During the regular briefing of diplomatic editors, the spokesman for the US State Department reiterated the long-standing position that the US government does not want to comment on the sale of defense equipment before the official notification of Congress.

However, later responding to a question from the Hellas Journal website, a State Department spokesman said that “the United States considers Greece an indispensable ally and partner in NATO.

Together, our countries advance our common goals for peace and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean, the Western Balkans, the Black Sea region and beyond. The US-Greece defense relationship is stronger than ever. Our cooperation strengthens NATO and makes the region safer.”