← Back to diffwire
Greece rejects Middle East war involvement, calls on Iran
11 articles |
Updated 8h ago |
Created 8h ago
Foreign Minister Giorgos Papadopoulos stated that it is not in the Greek interest for its country or any other nation of Europe to become involved directly into a potential military conflict within this region and urged European nations should take up their leading role instead while calling upon Tehran as well, which has been accused by Greece over an attack on two vessels.
Key Points
-
1Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis has explicitly stated that it is not the intention of Greece to become involved in the war currently taking place in Middle East.
-
2The Greek government emphasizes its support for freedom of navigation and diplomacy as key principles regarding regional conflicts, rather than military intervention or leadership roles.
Developments
[Mar 16]
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis addressed the Council on External Affairs in Brussels to discuss Greece's stance and principles regarding freedom of navigation, explicitly stating that it is not within Greek intentions or plans for military involvement.
Γεραπετρίτης: Δεν είναι στην πρόθεση της Ελλάδας να εμπλακεί στον πόλεμο
Feeds.feedburner.com
12h ago