MOSCOW, July 27. /TASS/. Russia’s Defense Ministry has sent out invitations to all NATO member states to participate in the International Army Games, Chief of the Russian Armed Forces’ Main Combat Training Department Lieutenant-General Ivan Buvaltsev told Rossiya-24 TV Channel on Friday.

"This year, we have sent out invitations as usual to NATO member states. But only a team from Greece will take part," the general said.

The International Army Games will run on July 28 - August 12 in Russia, China, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Iran, Azerbaijan and Armenia. Troops from various countries will compete in such contests as the Tank Biathlon, Aviadarts, Open Water and others.