National pride was on display at the grand military parade marking the national anniversary of October 28 in Thessaloniki, with a Cypriot honor guard participating.
A contingent from the Cyprus National Guard, including a Commando Platoon, marched in the Thessaloniki military parade for the first time.
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Earlier, veterans from the Pancyprian Organization for the Rehabilitation of War Victims and the Disabled marched, honoring the fighters of 1974.
It should be noted that Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas is also in Thessaloniki, where he earlier met with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias.
New Weapon Systems in the Parade
Attention focused on the new weapons systems being unveiled for the first time, including air defense systems that are part of the multi-layered “Shield of Achilles.”
Notable among these are the systems designed to counter unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), which include detection and electronic jamming equipment, as well as missile interception systems.
At the same time, mock-up missiles are on display during the parade so that the public can see this specific equipment, as the actual systems are transported in special vehicles.
Leopard tanks are also on Alexander the Great Avenue, along with other military vehicles and equipment participating in this year’s parade.
Watch the parade live here.
