Greece and Cyprus are joining operational forces for the transnational exercise "SYNASPIS 2026," which will take place on October 20 on the Greek island of Andros. The exercise aims to strengthen the two nations' preparedness and coordination in responding to incidents involving a large number of casualties. It is organised by the National Centre for Emergency Care (EKAB) of Greece and the Ambulance Service of Cyprus (under the State Health Services Organisation – SHSO/OKYpY), with the support of the Municipality of Andros.