Foreign Policy
Athens looks for improving mood rather than tangible outcome from Erdogan visit
Athens sees the High-Level Cooperation Council between Greece and Turkey, due to take place this Thursday, as yet another opportunity for both sides to retain the positive mood in bilateral relations, which has existed for roughly the last 10 months.
Athens prepares for Erdogan visit, high-level talks with Turkish officials
The High-Level Cooperation Council between Greece and Turkey, which will be held after seven years in Athens on December 7, is seen by both sides as a further step in the course of improving bilateral relations – a process that began earlier this year following the deadly earthquakes in Turkey.
Greece offers to assist in Gaza humanitarian effort
Greece has made itself available for humanitarian assistance for the people of Gaza but continues to adopt a more cautious approach regarding the conflict than other European capitals.
Greece promotes its suitability for mediatory role in Middle East
Athens is seeking a mediatory role in the Middle East if conditions permit it. This was the message that emerged following the joint statements Kyriakos Mitsotakis made with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, following the first High Level Cooperation Council between Greece and Cyprus, in Athens on Friday.
Mitsotakis visits China to keep relations ticking over
Athens is seeking to maintain open diplomatic channels with China at a time when Beijing’s relations with Brussels and Washington are strained due to economic rivalries and different approaches in geopolitical crises.
Athens defends Gaza stance as balanced, offers role in humanitarian corridor
As Israel expands its offensive in the Gaza Strip via a series of ground incursions amid growing calls for a humanitarian pause, the EU has once again forwarded the “two-state solution” as its principle response to this conflict.
PM makes delayed Israel visit to offer support, express concerns about humanitarian impact
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a short trip to Israel on Monday to reiterate Athens’s support for Israel’s right to self-defence, but in line with international humanitarian law.
PM lines up Israel visit, discusses conflict with Erdogan
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is planning to visit Jerusalem and hold talks with Benjamin Netanyahu not only to express solidarity to Israel but also to act as a European mediator, according to media sources.
Athens stands by Israel, hopes for de-escalation
Athens instantly condemned Saturday’s attack on Israel by Gaza-based Hamas - Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis tweeted on Saturday that he strongly condemns “the atrocious terrorist attack against Israel, causing a high number of casualties among civilians."
Greece aiming to agree updated migration deal with Turkey
The refugee and migrant populations in Greece have risen by more than half compared to last year, according to the latest figures announced by Greek authorities.