Naval Admiral on Sea Drone: 'These Vessels Don't Operate Alone - There Could Be Others'

The discovery of a sophisticated sea drone, potentially of Ukrainian origin, lodged in a sea cave on the island of Lefkada has sent ripples of concern through Greece. Dubbed a "mobile bomb" by its discoverers, the unmanned vessel was found by fishermen, its engine still running, stuck fast to the rocks. This alarming find underscores the escalating maritime dimension of the conflict in Ukraine, bringing the dangers perilously close to Greece's shores.

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It was stuck to the rocks. I threw a rope from the boat from the bow, pushed it, we pulled it and from the rocks the engine was running continuously.

Experts speaking to MEGA have identified the drone as likely a Ukrainian-made Magura, capable of carrying hundreds of kilograms of explosives and operating over long distances. The fact that it was found in Greek waters, possibly having drifted or malfunctioned during a mission targeting Russian vessels in the Ionian and Adriatic Seas, is deeply unsettling. "These vessels operate in groups, so it's probable it wasn't alone," noted one naval expert, raising the specter of coordinated attacks in the Mediterranean, which is effectively NATO's backyard.

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If I had known it had explosives, I wouldn't have gone near it at all.

Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias assured that conclusions are imminent, emphasizing Greece's commitment to developing its own advanced drone capabilities for its navy. However, the incident highlights a stark reality: the war in Ukraine is no longer confined to its borders. It has spilled over into the Mediterranean, a region of critical strategic importance to Greece and Europe. The presence of such advanced weaponry in our waters is a wake-up call, demanding heightened vigilance and a robust response to ensure national security. This is not just a distant conflict; it is unfolding in our immediate vicinity, and its implications are profound for regional stability.

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Because we know what it is and we know approximately what it contains, we have nothing to envy; we are creating the capabilities so that the homeland produces and can equip the navy with the most advanced drones.