The Greek Defence Ministry has strongly refuted recent claims made by Turkish Defence Minister Yasar…
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Four Turkish warships blocked an Italian research vessel near the Greek islands of Kasos and Karpathos, coinciding with Turkish violations of Greek airspace. This prompted a Greek naval response, escalating tensions in the Aegean
The appointment of Gen. Irfan Özsert as commander of Turkey’s Aegean Army, a force focused on countering Greece, raises concerns over escalating tensions with Athens and NATO allies. Known for his role in covert operations supporting President Erdogan’s regime, Özsert’s new position could signal a shift in Turkey’s strategy in the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean, further straining regional relations.
Recent tensions in the Aegean Sea have spiked dramatically, marking the most serious escalation since 2022. The conflict arose when Turkey deployed multiple warships near Greek territorial waters, citing perceived violations of their continental shelf by an Italian research vessel. Concurrently, Greek Minister of Health Adonis Georgiadis’ remarks on military capabilities further stoked the flames, prompting strong reactions from Turkish media and escalating the already volatile situation.