Diplomatic exchange between Turkey and Greece over regional alliances

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan recently criticized the trilateral cooperation between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel in an interview with the Anadolu Agency. Fidan characterized these alliances as potentially risky policies that threaten regional stability and aim to encircle Turkey. He questioned the strategic logic of such military partnerships, given that Greece is a NATO member and Cyprus is supported by the European Union. Furthermore, Fidan claimed that Israel might seek to designate Turkey as a new adversary to ensure its own survival. In response, the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong rebuttal, emphasizing that Greek foreign policy is independent and not subject to external guidance. The Ministry stated that its trilateral and bilateral partnerships are peaceful in nature and not directed against any third party. It further described the Turkish accusations as attempts to distort reality during a period of regional uncertainty. Greece reiterated its commitment to stability, good neighborly relations, and international law as a member of the EU, NATO, and the UN Security Council.