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MEL/MIL Scripting Workshop for Exercise “GORDIAN KNOT 2026” Concludes in Thessaloniki

From 15 – 26 June 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) hosted the Main Event List/Main Incident List (MEL/MIL) Scripting Workshop for the upcoming exercise “GORDIAN KNOT 2026” (GOKN26) at its Headquarters in Thessaloniki. Building on the outcomes of the Strategy Workshop and the Incident Development Workshop, the event marked a key milestone in the exercise planning process. Its primary objective was to transform the approved operational framework into detailed exercise scenarios, incidents, and injects, ensuring the…

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NRDC-GR celebrated Family Day

On Friday, 19 June 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) successfully hosted its annual Family Day. The activity took place at the outdoor area of the War Museum of Thessaloniki, bringing together the Headquarters’ personnel, international officers, and their families. The primary objective of the event was to strengthen community spirit, foster closer relationships within the international community of the HQ, and encourage cultural exchange. Highlighting the core motto “Together as One Family” the initiative underscored the…

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NRDC-GR HQ Ceremony to Commemorate the United Kingdom’s National Day

On Friday, 19 June, 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) Headquarters held a dignified ceremony to commemorate the National Day of the United Kingdom. The ceremony was officiated by the Deputy Commander of NRDC-GR, Major General (MGEN) Mitko GRIGOROV, and attended by distinguished civil and military authorities. Among the official guests were the Honorary Consul of the UK, Mrs. Maria TSAKALI, the UK Defence Attaché, Captain Sam LAW RN, and the Consul General of France, Mr. Jean-Luc…

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NRDC-GR Bids Farewell to Transferred Personnel

On Wednesday, 17 June, 2026, a military farewell ceremony was held at the Military Officers’ Club in Thessaloniki to commemorate and honor the departure of twenty staff members completing their tour of duty within the NRDC-GR. The Presiding Officer and host of the event, the Commander of NRDC-GR, Lieutenant General Grigorios Bountliakis, officially honored the departing Greek and Allied personnel for their outstanding professionalism, dedication, and significant contributions to the successful operation and readiness of the Headquarters. The Commander extended…

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“SIKINOS-26” Intelligence Seminar

From Wednesday 10th to Friday 12th June 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) organized the annual “SIKINOS-26” Intelligence Seminar in Thessaloniki, Greece. The purpose of the annual “SIKINOS” Intelligence Seminars is to improve Intel knowledge and understanding in the Alliance’s various areas of interest, as well as to strengthen relationships between NATO HQs and affiliated forces. This year’s seminar covered the topic “Hybrid Threats in Modern Warfare: Security Challenges and Comprehensive Responses”. The event aimed to enhance participant’s knowledge and understanding of the aforementioned…

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Lieutenant General (GRC A) Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS

COMMANDER, NATO RAPID DEPLOYABLE CORPS GREECE

Lt. Gen. (GRC A)

Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS

The Corps Commander’s primary mission is to prepare the Corps to carry out the full range of military operations throughout the area of responsibility and beyond.

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