Diplomatic tensions: Athens fires back at Fidan over Greece–Cyprus–Israel ties
“We do not take instructions” says Greece, as Ankara criticizes regional alliances amid rising instability
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Diplomatic tensions: Athens fires back at Fidan over Greece–Cyprus–Israel ties -
Fidan targets Dendias ahead of Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting
Fidan targets Dendias ahead of Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting
Turkish FM accuses Greek Defence Minister of obstructing progress in Greek-Turkish relations
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Fidan: “Turkey aligns with Trump’s line – 2026 to see CAATSA relief and Halkbank results”
Fidan: “Turkey aligns with Trump’s line – 2026 to see CAATSA relief and Halkbank results”
The Turkish Foreign Minister emphasizes that the Islamic world “has awakened,” Ankara pushes regional solutions, and results from CAATSA sanctions and the Halkbank case are expected in 2026.
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Diplomatic Lines Drawn: Athens Clarifies EEZ and Continental Shelf Stance to Fidan
Diplomatic Lines Drawn: Athens Clarifies EEZ and Continental Shelf Stance to Fidan
Greece insists on structured dialogue with Turkey solely on EEZ and continental shelf, rejecting revisionist proposals
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Fidan on Western Thrace & Cyprus: “Protecting Rights and a New Era in Turkey-EU Relations”
Fidan on Western Thrace & Cyprus: “Protecting Rights and a New Era in Turkey-EU Relations”
Turkish FM reiterates stance on “Turkish minority,” signals expectations for Greece-Turkey ties and Cyprus.
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Fidan: “I don’t accept 12 miles, you don’t accept 6 – The Aegean issue can be solved if fear is overcome”
Fidan: “I don’t accept 12 miles, you don’t accept 6 – The Aegean issue can be solved if fear is overcome”
The Turkish Foreign Minister opens the door to dialogue but combines it with threats, while Athens responds firmly defending national interests.
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Gerapetritis vs. Fidan: “No discussion on national interests” — Tensions flare between Athens and Ankara
Gerapetritis vs. Fidan: “No discussion on national interests” — Tensions flare between Athens and Ankara
The Turkish foreign minister’s attack on Greece’s role in European security triggered a sharp response from Athens, with Gerapetritis drawing a clear red line: national sovereignty is not negotiable.
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Fidan: “Aspirin Politics” for Greece – Anti-Turkish Sentiment and Cheap Politics
Fidan: “Aspirin Politics” for Greece – Anti-Turkish Sentiment and Cheap Politics
The Turkish Foreign Minister accuses Athens of exploiting Turkey for domestic politics – Hydrocarbon explorations and the energy cable at the center of Eastern Mediterranean tensions.
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Gerapetritis Responds to Fidan: “Greece Does Not Submit to Any Turkish Admonition”
Gerapetritis Responds to Fidan: “Greece Does Not Submit to Any Turkish Admonition”
Athens issues a strong response to Ankara’s threats and directives – The message is clear: Greek diplomacy operates with confidence and without fear.
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Greece’s FM Meets NATO Chief; Talks with Turkey’s Fidan Set for Thursday
Greece’s FM Meets NATO Chief; Talks with Turkey’s Fidan Set for Thursday
The discussions centered on key strategic issues, including the fair distribution of defence spending among NATO allies, continued support for Ukraine, and strengthening NATO-EU cooperation.
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Turkey-Greece High-Level Cooperation Council to Meet in Ankara This April
Turkey-Greece High-Level Cooperation Council to Meet in Ankara This April
Minister FidFidanan confirmed that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet in the Turkish capital, where the High-Level Cooperation Council session will be held. Fidan further shared that he met Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis in Doha last week to discuss preparations for the meeting and review the steps moving forward.
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Fidan:Athens faces internal pressures that affect our dialogue“Western Thrace” is included in our differences
Fidan: Athens faces internal pressures that affect our dialogue – “Western Thrace” is included in our differences
Along with the disputes in the Aegean, the Turkish Foreign Minister calls for Western Thrace to be put on the agenda in the forthcoming meetings between Mitsotakis and Erdogan - The solution to the Cyprus problem is a matter of leadership, he said
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Fidan: Transforming the Aegean into an economic prosperity zone – Addressing issues holistically
Fidan: Transforming the Aegean into an economic prosperity zone – Addressing issues holistically
The head of Turkish diplomacy called the Aegean a paradise on earth - EU's accession of Cyprus a historical mistake
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Turkey reiterates call for ‘demilitarization’ of Greek islands
Turkey reiterates call for ‘demilitarization’ of Greek islands
Only days after meeting with his Greek counterpart in Athens, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has reiterated his view that the his country’s dispute with Greece does not only concern maritime boundaries – specifically the continental shelf and exclusive economic zones (EEZ) – but also broader issues, including the “demilitarization” of Greek islands.
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Greek and Turkish FMs agree that they disagree on the crucial issue of the Aegean Sea
Greek and Turkish FMs agree that they disagree on the crucial issue of the Aegean Sea
Greece sees only the demarcation of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) as the only problem between the two countries, while Turkey usually meets its Greek counterparts with a long list of demands at hand.
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Gerapetritis – Fidan: “Our goal is to bring the two nations closer together”
Gerapetritis – Fidan: “Our goal is to bring the two nations closer together”
"Our position on Cyprus is clear – we will continue to support Türkiye's EU accession process," said Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis. "A historic opportunity to maintain the positive atmosphere," said Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan - The next round of talks will take place in Athens on December 2nd and 3rd
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Turkish foreign minister to visit Greece on Friday
Turkish foreign minister to visit Greece on Friday
Hakan Fidan's tour follows his Greek counterpart George Gerapetritis' working visit to Ankara in September of last year
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Turkish FM Fidan’s statement ahead of his visit to Greece
Turkish FM Fidan's statement ahead of his visit to Greece
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan sent a message ahead of his visit to Greece, in an interview published in Aksam newspaper.
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Meeting between Gerapetritis and Fidan on 8 November in Athens
Meeting between Gerapetritis and Fidan on 8 November in Athens
The Turkish Foreign Minister will visit Athens
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Turkey and Greece Aim to Smooth Relations with Upcoming Fidan Visit
Turkey and Greece Aim to Smooth Relations with Upcoming Fidan Visit
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan announced on Saturday that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will soon travel to Greece to address ongoing bilateral issues
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Turkish Foreign Minister to Attend EU Meeting in Brussels, Seeking Improved Relations with Greece and Europe
Turkish Foreign Minister to Attend EU Meeting in Brussels, Seeking Improved Relations with Greece and Europe
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to attend a European Union ministers’ meeting in Brussels next week, with hopes of advancing Turkey’s relationship with the bloc.
