This time, the Turkish president did not like the placement of American military bases in Greece.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has made claims against Greece, demanding the demilitarization of islands in the Aegean Sea, writes AP.
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“We call on Greece to stop the militarization of the islands, which have non -military status, and to act in accordance with international agreements. I’m not kidding, I’m serious,” he said.
Erdogan also said that Greece should be “conscious” and that Ankara will not give up its rights to the Aegean.
In turn, Greek government spokesman Janis Economou said Athens was responding to Turkey’s “provocations” “with calm and determination.” He assured that Greece has already strengthened its political and military potential to protect sovereignty.
Athens said Turkey selectively interprets international agreements in its favor.
The other day, Erdogan questioned the stated goals of deploying U.S. bases in Greece. “The US has designated nine bases in Greece. And against whom? They say they are directed against Russia. We will not take this argument in faith,” he said.
Last week, Erdogan said he was refusing to talk to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, citing his remarks about Turkey on the prime minister’s trip to the United States.
Last year, the Greek Foreign Ministry announced Turkey’s war threats over Athens ’plan to expand territorial waters in the Aegean Sea from 6 to 12 nautical miles.
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Source: korrespondent
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