Earlier today, the Ambassador of Greece in Ankara made a protest demarche to the Turkish side, following the new illegal NAVTEX issued by Turkey for illegal surveys in the vicinity of Kastelorizo on Greece's continental shelf.
The Greek side reiterated that the illegal actions of the Turkish side constitute a flagrant violation of International Law, which the Greek side unequivocally condemns. The Greek side also underscored that Turkey’s actions are exacerbating the already negative climate created exclusively by the fault of Turkey, sharply increasing tensions and undermining security and stability in the wider region. Finally, Turkey’s actions are unquestionably undermining any effort to create a climate of trust that could lead to a sincere dialogue – a prospect towards which Greece is working ceaselessly.
October 23, 2020