Diplomatic temperature between Athens and Ankara I jumped again. Prime Minister Kiryakos Mitsotakis clearly stated: Turkey’s participation in the European defense program Safe possible only in case of cancellation Casus Bellithat is, the formal threat of war against Greece.
The tough position of Athens
According to data Hurriyetthe prime minister emphasized: “While the decision on Casus Belli remains valid, Greece will prevent Turkey’s participation in this program. This is our right “. He also added: “The Greece plan does not depend on the approval of Turkey. Our country proved that it carries out its sovereignty differently than in the past “.
Sovereignty and sea parks
Mitzotakis noted that the creation of marine parks is part of the protection policy national rightsconnecting the issues of ecology and sovereignty. “We want calm waters,” he said, “but this can only be achieved by force and confidence, without jeopardizing our national independence.”
Crete Crimea: Cable and Conflicts
The project remains a key reason for tension electrical communication Crete -Quir. Türkiye states that the cable passes through its shelf at Antalya. According to information HurriyetTurkish military vessels have repeatedly blocked research ships, referring to the “lack of permits”.
The situation was complicated when the French company Nexans In 2023, she threatened to leave the competition if Athens do not make an advance payment. Later, Mitsotiyatis assured that the losses would be covered, and preliminary contests were still starting.
European investigation
Additional pressure creates European prosecutor’s officewhich has begun investigation on corruption in the preparatory procedures of the competition. However, as the Turkish media emphasize, the problem is not in the cable as such, but in the fact that Türkiye believes: it should have the right to word in its laying.
Thus, Athens Build a line: no SAFE for Turkey, while Casus Belli and attempts to dictate the conditions in the Eastern Mediterranean is preserved.
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