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Military deconfliction mechanism between Greece and Turkey
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
Military deconfliction mechanism between Greece and Turkey
As announced by NATO in a written statement, the mechanism in question will also include the creation of a hotline between Greece and Turkey to facilitate deconfliction at sea or in the air in the Eastern Mediterranean.
2 October 2020
Erdoğan: Turkey to support Azerbaijan by all means
Erdoğan: Turkey to support Azerbaijan by all means
The President has made remarks on the clashes between Azerbaijan and Armenia, the Eastern Mediterranean crisis and possible changes in the structure of the Constitutional Court.
1 October 2020
European Council to ‘hold a strategic discussion on Turkey’
EU LEADERS’ SUMMIT IN BRUSSELS
European Council to ‘hold a strategic discussion on Turkey’
The European Union (EU) leaders’ summit, initially planned for September 24 and 25, starts today in Brussels. The leaders will discuss foreign affairs, in particular relations with Turkey and the situation in the Eastern Mediterranean.
1 October 2020
Turkey’s National Security Council convenes: Emphasis on Eastern Mediterranean
Turkey’s National Security Council convenes: Emphasis on Eastern Mediterranean
A statement has been released after the meeting of the National Security Council (NSC) chaired by President Erdoğan. The statement has stressed that “Turkey is in favor of dialogue on every platform for fair sharing of natural resources in the region.”
25 September 2020
EU summit on Eastern Mediterranean crisis postponed after President quarantined
EU summit on Eastern Mediterranean crisis postponed after President quarantined
Charles Michel reportedly tested negative for coronavirus but was put in quarantine.
23 September 2020
Erdoğan and Macron talk on the phone amid Eastern Mediterranean crisis
Erdoğan and Macron talk on the phone amid Eastern Mediterranean crisis
The issues of Libya and Syria along with the Eastern Mediterranean were discussed in the conversation, which lasted more than an hour, according to a statement released by the Elysee Palace following the meeting.
23 September 2020
‘Turkey is the best partner for those who want to get results on a win-win basis’
RULING AKP SPOKESPERSON
‘Turkey is the best partner for those who want to get results on a win-win basis’
Speaking about the Eastern Mediterranean crisis amid ongoing tension with Greece, ruling AKP Spokesperson Çelik has stated that “for those who want to get results on a win-win basis, there is no better partner than Turkey.”
23 September 2020
Greece aims to prevent 'another Turkish invasion' in Cyprus, says President
Greece aims to prevent 'another Turkish invasion' in Cyprus, says President
Greece's President Sakellaropoulou has paid a two-day visit to Cyprus amid the Eastern Mediterranean crisis.
22 September 2020
What is the Seville Map that the US says has no legal significance?
What is the Seville Map that the US says has no legal significance?
"The United States strongly supports good faith dialogue and negotiation and encourages Greece and Turkey to resume exploratory talks as soon as possible," the US Embassy to Turkey has stated.
22 September 2020
Turkey summons Greece's envoy over newspaper headline about Erdoğan
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN ROUND-UP
Turkey summons Greece's envoy over newspaper headline about Erdoğan
Defense Minister Akar gave an interview to the UK's Channel 4 News, Turkey issued a new Navtex alert for exploration activities near Cyprus.
18 September 2020
Erdoğan says Turkey to tighten Covid measures, he is open to meetings with Greece, Egypt
Erdoğan says Turkey to tighten Covid measures, he is open to meetings with Greece, Egypt
Following the Friday prayer, the President has made remarks on the increase in coronavirus cases and the Eastern Mediterranean crisis.
18 September 2020
Hundreds support Peace Declaration by women from Turkey, Greece
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
Hundreds support Peace Declaration by women from Turkey, Greece
"As the global women's movement resists the patriarchal system, the initiative we started with women of our neighbor has become a hope for the future," says women's rights activist Gülseren Onanç.
18 September 2020
European Parliament warns Turkey of sanctions, Turkey says it is ‘biased, unfair’
EASTERN MEDITTERANEAN
European Parliament warns Turkey of sanctions, Turkey says it is ‘biased, unfair’
In a resolution adopted by 601 votes in favour, 57 against, the European Parliament has condemned Turkey’s actions in the Eastern Mediterranean and expressed support for Cyprus and Greece. Turkey has slammed the resolution in a written statement.
18 September 2020
Greece's former FM: Powerplay between Ankara, Athens making things worse
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN?
Greece's former FM: Powerplay between Ankara, Athens making things worse
bianet is discussing the Eastern Mediterranean crisis with people from both sides. Georgios Katrougalos, who served as the foreign minister of Greece during Syriza's tenure, says that Erdoğan failed to use the opportunity presented by Tsipras to solve the dispute.
17 September 2020 Pınar Tarcan
Erdoğan and Merkel discuss Eastern Mediterranean
Erdoğan and Merkel discuss Eastern Mediterranean
President Erdoğan and Chancellor of Germany Merkel have discussed the escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean in a video conference. Head of National Intelligence Organization (MİT) and Defense Minister were also present in meeting.
17 September 2020
EU warns Turkey in the annual State of the Union Address
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
EU warns Turkey in the annual State of the Union Address
Addressing the Eastern Mediterranean crisis in her annual State of the Union Address, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has noted that “nothing is justification for Turkey’s attempts to intimidate its neighbors.”
16 September 2020
350 women from Turkey and Greece make a call for peace
WOMEN WANT PEACE
350 women from Turkey and Greece make a call for peace
Amid escalating tensions between Turkey and Greece in the Eastern Mediterranean, 350 women from both countries, including artists Jülide Kural and Füsun Demirel, writer Ayşe Kulin and politician Binnaz Toprak, have made a call for peace.
15 September 2020
Turkey issues new Navtex for Chios Island
Turkey issues new Navtex for Chios Island
Issuing a new NAVTEX alert, Turkey has argued that Greece has militarized Chios Island in violation of the 1923 Lausanne Peace Treaty.
15 September 2020
‘We must be prepared for war,’ says President of Greece
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
‘We must be prepared for war,’ says President of Greece
Answering the questions of CNN in Meis Island, President of Greece Katerina Sakellaropoulou has responded to a question regarding the country’s purchase of fighter jets from France in such a period with a Greek proverb.
15 September 2020
Foreign Minister calls on EU for neutrality between Turkey, Greece
Foreign Minister calls on EU for neutrality between Turkey, Greece
"If you are part of the problem, how can you mediate between Turkey and Greece, or between Turkish and Greek Cypriots?" Çavuşoğlu has told the European Parliament's Committee on Foreign Relations.
11 September 2020
Turkey, Greece hold first round of 'technical talks' at NATO headquarters
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
Turkey, Greece hold first round of 'technical talks' at NATO headquarters
Military delegations have discussed measures to prevent possible military engagement, according to Turkey's Ministry of National Defense.
10 September 2020
Ankara accuses Macron of 'colonialism' after his remarks on Erdoğan
Ankara accuses Macron of 'colonialism' after his remarks on Erdoğan
"We must be tough with the Turkish government and not with the Turkish people, who deserve more than the Erdoğan government," Macron has reportedly said ahead of a meeting on the Eastern Mediterranean crisis.
10 September 2020
Greece won't accept dialogue with Turkey 'at gunpoint,' says Mitsotakis
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
Greece won't accept dialogue with Turkey 'at gunpoint,' says Mitsotakis
The EU should impose "meaningful sanctions" on Ankara to deter it from carrying out hydrocarbon exploration activities in the contested waters, says Greece's PM.
10 September 2020
Reports: Southern Cyprus blocking EU sanctions on Belarus over Turkey dispute
Reports: Southern Cyprus blocking EU sanctions on Belarus over Turkey dispute
Cyprus demands the EU impose similar measures on Turkey over its hydrocarbon activities in the Eastern Mediterranean, according to reports.
10 September 2020
Escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean: A brief summary
Escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean: A brief summary
While the debates on drilling activities in the Eastern Mediterranean have been around since 2010, tensions have escalated especially in the last two months. But what has changed in these two months? What is happening in the region?
9 September 2020 Pınar Tarcan
Eastern Mediterranean meeting in Corsica Island
Eastern Mediterranean meeting in Corsica Island
Led by France, the European Union (EU) countries with a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea will come together in an unofficial meeting in Corsica Island and discuss the recent escalation of tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.
9 September 2020
Anadolu Agency: Turkey, Greece to hold technical talks on September 10
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
Anadolu Agency: Turkey, Greece to hold technical talks on September 10
The meeting that was initially scheduled for Tuesday will take place at NATO's headquarters in Brussels, according to sources from the Ministry of Defense.
8 September 2020
Foreign Minister of France warns Turkey of sanctions over Eastern Mediterranean
Foreign Minister of France warns Turkey of sanctions over Eastern Mediterranean
Noting that the main issue on the agenda of EU leaders’ summit will be Eastern Mediterranean, France’s Foreign Minister Le Drian has accused Erdoğan of “creating an Islamic national atmosphere to conceal the reality of the economic situation in Turkey.”
7 September 2020
Greece will only start talks with Turkey if it stops gas exploration activities, says PM
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRISIS
Greece will only start talks with Turkey if it stops gas exploration activities, says PM
Mitsotakis' remarks came after the NATO chief said yesterday that Athens and Ankara agreed to enter into talks for deconfliction.
4 September 2020
Turkey says it is ‘ready to enter into dialogue with Greece’
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
Turkey says it is ‘ready to enter into dialogue with Greece’
In a statement released b Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it is indicated, “Turkey is ready to enter into dialogue with Greece without any preconditions, in order to find lasting, fair and equitable solutions to all outstanding issues between Turkey and Greece.”
4 September 2020
NATO chief: Turkey, Greece agree to hold 'technical talks' for deconfliction
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
NATO chief: Turkey, Greece agree to hold 'technical talks' for deconfliction
"Greece and Turkey are valued Allies, and NATO is an important platform for consultations on all issues that affect our shared security," Stoltenberg has said.
3 September 2020
Turkey issues Navtex for Russia's military drills in Eastern Mediterranean
Turkey issues Navtex for Russia's military drills in Eastern Mediterranean
Russia will conduct gunnery drills on both sides of the Cyprus island until September 25, according to the Navtex alert.
3 September 2020
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