Cyprus participates in Thessaloniki's October 28th parade

On October 28, 2026, Thessaloniki hosted a grand military parade to commemorate the anniversary of the "Ohi" Day. The event, attended by the President of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantinos Tasoulas, featured an unprecedented dual representation from Cyprus, alongside contingents from the Greek Armed Forces, security services, and Egypt.

The Cypriot presence included a unit of Commandos from the National Guard and 24 volunteer reserve frogmen from the Cyprus Reserve Frogmen Association (SEVAK). This marked the first time the SEVAK contingent participated in the Thessaloniki parade. Cypriot Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas was also in attendance, holding meetings with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias.

The parade showcased advanced defense technologies as part of the "Shield of Achilles" initiative, including drone countermeasures, electronic jamming equipment, and missile systems. Due to operational logistics, some of these assets were displayed as mock-ups for public viewing. Earlier in the festivities, the SEVAK team paid a ceremonial visit to the Hellenic Navy frigate "Kimon." The event concluded successfully, highlighting strengthened military cooperation between Greece and Cyprus.