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Greece Slams Turkey’s ‘Repeated Threats of War’

On Wednesday, Greece reacted to what it called "repeated threats of war" by Turkey after Ankara threatened it “will do what is necessary” if Athens refuses to demilitarize the Aegean islands. "The statements made by Turkish officials on the demilitarization...

Turkey Threatens Greece to Do “What is Necessary” in the Aegean

On tuesday, Turkey threatened Greece that it "will do what is necessary" if Athens refuses to demilitarize the Aegean islands. The new threat was expressed by Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu. “Greece continues its provocations," he said at a joint press...

Greece Rejects Turkey’s Demand to Demilitarize the Aegean Islands

Greece rejected the diplomatic protest issued by Turkey on the militarization of the Aegean islands of Chios and Lesvos on Monday. Ankara summoned the Greek Ambassador in Ankara, Christodoulos Lazaris, protesting the presence of armored units on the islands. Lazaris was...

EU Concerned About Turkey’s Hostile Remarks Against Greece

The EU voiced concern on Monday over what it called "hostile remarks" by Turkey against Greece. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan accused Greece of occupying demilitarized islands in the Aegean and said Turkey was ready to "do what is necessary" when...

Ukraine Ready to Discuss Neutrality in Russia Talks

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that he is prepared to discuss the adoption of a status of neutrality as part of a peace deal with Russia. As the next round of face-to-face negotiations between Ukraine and Russia take...

Turkey’s Erdogan Warns Greece About “Militarization” of Aegean Islands

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Greece on Tuesday against attempts for the armament of the Aegean islands. “It is not possible for us to remain silent about the military activities carried out in violation of the agreements on the...

Turkey Repeats Call for the Demilitarization of Sixteen Greek Islands

The Turkish defense minister Hulusi Akar called again on Sunday for the demilitarization of sixteen Aegean islands, claiming that Greece is violating international agreements. In an interview with Turkish newspaper Hurriyet, Akar said Greece has stationed armed forces in 16...

Turkey Calls for the Demilitarization of Sixteen Greek Islands

The Turkish Defense Minister called on Wednesday for the demilitarization of sixteen Aegean islands, claiming that Greece is violating international agreements. Athens quickly responded by accusing Ankara of hypocrisy. Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said "the islands near the cost of...