Greece has firmly rejected any concessions on its territorial waters in the dispute with Turkey, with a senior official stating, “Six miles? Not a chance.” This comes ahead of diplomatic talks between Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in November, focused on delineating continental shelves and exclusive economic zones. Greek officials stress that sovereignty issues are non-negotiable, raising tensions as both nations prepare for critical negotiations.
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Foreign Affairs Minister George Gerapetritis expressed hope that Greece and Türkiye will agree on the framework for delimiting the continental shelf and Exclusive Economic Zone by January 2025. In an interview with ‘Kathimerini’, he emphasized the importance of taking actionable steps in diplomacy, pointing out the limited success of past exploratory talks. Gerapetritis highlighted the progress made toward building trust and open communication channels between the two nations while reiterating Greece’s firm adherence to international law. He also touched on regional issues, including Cyprus, and stressed Greece’s stance as a stabilizing force in the broader geopolitical landscape.