President Donald Trump will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE from May 13-16, 2025, with a possible stop in Israel, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed. She debunked claims of a Turkey visit, calling them “pure fiction” and correcting a fabricated CNN story that misrepresented Trump’s travel plans.
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US lawmakers, in a bipartisan letter, urged the State Department to stop Turkey’s plan to transfer Russian S-400 missile systems to Syria, warning it could destabilize the region, undermine Israel’s military edge, and complicate US interests. The move would not lift CAATSA sanctions and risks escalating tensions, they argue.
Former Australian Ambassador to the U.S. Arthur Sinodinos AO has questioned America’s reliability as an ally under Donald Trump’s “America First” policy, warning that the U.S. must recognize its security is intertwined with Australia’s in the Indo-Pacific.
The Hellenic Republic eagerly awaits the arrival of Kimberly Guilfoyle, nominated by U.S. President Donald J. Trump as the next U.S. Ambassador to Greece. With Greek-American relations at a historic high, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and other leaders express optimism for deepened ties, viewing Guilfoyle’s appointment as a testament to Greece’s strategic importance.
On April 15, 2025, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met President Konstantinos Tassoulas at the Presidential Palace for their first monthly briefing. Mitsotakis stressed the need for a balanced EU-US trade agreement amid global tensions, expressing optimism for Greece’s economic future. Tassoulas warned against protectionism, emphasising the economy’s role in ensuring prosperity and social cohesion.
Former Australian Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos told News Breakfast that the Trump administration’s 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs offers “breathing space” for global markets. The move allows countries like Australia to negotiate trade deals and avoid disruptions, but Sinodinos warned that complex bilateral talks lie ahead.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call on April 11, 2025, to discuss regional developments and strengthen bilateral ties. Netanyahu shared details of his recent Washington visit, while both leaders explored deeper cooperation between Greece and Israel, highlighting their strategic partnership in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Negotiations between the Ecumenical Patriarchate and Turkey’s Ministry of Education are advancing towards the potential reopening of Halki Theological Seminary by 2026. Seen as a gesture of goodwill, this move could shift Turkey’s international standing amidst growing criticism over human rights. However, its implications extend beyond Greek-Turkish relations, raising questions about the role of religion in Turkish diplomacy.
Seabed surveys for the Crete-Cyprus-Israel electricity interconnection are set to resume east of Kasos and…
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting Cyprus’ reunification during a Wednesday debate, calling last month’s Geneva meeting a key step forward. While urging dialogue and diplomacy, she faced varied responses from MEPs—some demanding stronger EU action against Turkey’s occupation, others rejecting the bizonal, bicommunal federation model, as the path to a lasting solution remains contested.
George Filis, PhD in geopolitics and professor of geostrategy, analyzes the new dynamic created after…
On March 30, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Jerusalem for a high-level meeting. The leaders discussed their nations’ shared historical roots, common values, and strategic interests, with a focus on defense systems like BARAK MX and SPIKE NLOS. The talks signal a deepening partnership amid regional challenges and opportunities.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis participated in a high-level quadrilateral summit in Paris, addressing regional security, migration, and energy cooperation alongside leaders from France, Cyprus, and Lebanon.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pressed Turkey’s Hakan Fidan on recent arrests and protest crackdowns, while pushing for stronger trade ties. ‘Trade doesn’t excuse democratic lapses,’ Rubio signaled.
The President of the Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ioannis Bratakos, met with the…
Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Tanmaya Lal met with European Parliament Chair of the…
The European Union’s push to participate in an informal expanded conference on Cyprus in Geneva signals its view that the Cyprus issue is a European matter, with Brussels coordinating closely with the UN to define its role, sources said Thursday.
Greek, Cypriot, and Israeli foreign ministers will meet in Athens on Thursday to strengthen trilateral cooperation and discuss regional developments in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East. Hosted by Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, the meeting will include bilateral talks with his Cypriot and Israeli counterparts, highlighting the nations’ strategic collaboration.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has welcomed the proposed US-Ukraine ceasefire, calling it a crucial step toward lasting peace. In a post on X, he urged Russia to respond, as global attention turns to Moscow’s next move.
In a recent interview with Fox News, Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs, George Gerapetritis, discussed Greece’s approach to regional stability and international relations, focusing on the situation in Syria, relations with Turkey, diversification of international partnerships, and strengthening ties with the US. He emphasized the need for inclusive institutions in Syria, adherence to international law in resolving maritime disputes with Turkey, and the strategic importance of new corridors like the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor.