Greece has lodged a formal protest with Ukraine after a sea drone loaded with explosives was discovered on the island of Lefkada. The uncrewed device was initially found by fishermen on May 7 along the island’s rocky shores and subsequently handed over to military officials for further investigation.
Following a thorough examination, Greek authorities concluded that the drone was likely associated with operations targeting maritime vessels tied to Russia’s oil transport activities. This development prompted the Greek Foreign Ministry to issue a diplomatic demarche to Ukraine, expressing their concerns over the incident.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis addressed the issue during discussions with senior European and Ukrainian officials in recent diplomatic meetings. The presence of an explosive-carrying drone on Greek soil has raised alarms over the potential threats to public safety and the security of the region.
This incident underscores the broader repercussions of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting how military activities in the region can have unintended consequences for neighboring countries. As military equipment linked to the conflict continues to pose risks, authorities in Greece remain vigilant in safeguarding their territory.