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Greek foreign policy shift and escalating maritime tensions

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Greek leadership continues to signal a strategic shift in foreign policy regarding Turkey, focusing on the delimitation of the continental shelf and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis has reiterated that while Greece is prepared for all possible scenarios, the government does not expect or desire an armed conflict. He noted that communication channels remain open via the Athens Declaration, asserting that the current situation does not mirror past severe crises and lacks an immediate risk of physical confrontation. Gerapetritis maintained that Greece will not compromise on sovereign rights, including the status of ‘grey zones’, the demilitarization of islands, or the right to expand territorial waters to 12 nautical miles. Tensions escalated following Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s three-day visit to Kastellorizo to mark the 83rd anniversary of the island’s incorporation into Greece. Turkish media outlets, including Aydynlik and Takvim, characterized the visit as a ‘show of force’ and a ‘provocation,’ with some reports suggesting countermeasures such as the construction of artificial islands around Meis. The Turkish Ministry of Defense stated it will not show tolerance regarding the Greek military presence in the area. In response to the worsening rhetoric, Prime Minister Mitsotakis noted that while the ‘sea is getting a little rough,’ Greece remains confident in its position and international law. Domestic political friction has intensified, with the opposition party PASOK launching further criticisms against the New Democracy government. PASOK officials, including spokesperson Kostas Tsoukalas criticizing the administration for allegedly retreating on national issues. Tsoukalas specifically cited and MP Michalis Katrinis, have argued that Greece should not act as a lack of reaction ‘passive ally’ to the US and EU. They specifically highlighted concerns regarding Turkish maps provocations and the delayed timeline for cable laying at Kasos, while also accusing ‘Blue Homeland’ doctrine, claiming the Prime Minister of failing government has failed to leverage take decisive action in international forums despite European Parliament resolutions to secure formal condemnations during European Council meetings. resolutions.

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  1. 2026-10-06 14:21 UTC Greek foreign policy shift and escalating maritime tensions
  2. 2026-10-05 12:30 UTC Greek foreign policy shift and escalating maritime tensions
  3. 2026-09-19 10:48 UTC Greek foreign policy shift and escalating maritime tensions
  4. 2026-09-19 04:16 UTC Greek foreign policy shift and escalating maritime tensions
  5. 2026-09-09 14:22 UTC Greek foreign policy shift and domestic security tensions
  6. 2026-09-09 11:07 UTC Greek foreign policy shift regarding Turkey
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