Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis met Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, reaffirming ties and strengthening Greek-American relations after years of diplomatic tension.
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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his wife, Mareva Grabowski-Mitsotakis, attended a formal dinner hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in New York during the 80th UN General Assembly. The event marked a continuation of diplomatic ties, with the leaders having previously met in 2020.
Plans for a Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting in Copenhagen have faded as Erdogan is unlikely to attend. From the UN podium, Greece delivered a strong message on the Turkish casus belli, while reaffirming diplomatic efforts with the U.S., Cyprus, and Libya.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis may soon meet U.S. President Donald Trump, as sources indicate a potential high-level discussion. During his visit to New York for the 80th UN General Assembly, Mitsotakis urged Turkey to retract its casus belli and emphasized dialogue over conflict. He also met with Trump’s advisor Massad Boulos and UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss regional issues, including Lebanon, Syria, Libya, Ukraine, and the Middle East.
At the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged Turkey to revoke its casus belli against Greece, declaring that dialogue, not weapons, is the only path forward. He also called for a ceasefire in Gaza, warned Israel of losing allies without a two-state solution, and reaffirmed Greece’s full support for Ukraine.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared Turkey’s determination to secure its share of Mediterranean resources while promoting regional cooperation, following a productive meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking to journalists en route from the U.S., Erdoğan emphasized a “win-win” approach with neighbors like Greece and Egypt, while reaffirming Turkey’s commitment to a two-state solution for Cyprus. He hailed progress in Turkish-American relations and Turkey’s growing influence in fostering peace, citing its mediation in Libya and joint naval exercises with Egypt.
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Australian PM Anthony Albanese joined forces at the UN in New York to address child safety in the digital age. On the sidelines, Albanese invited Mitsotakis to visit Australia in early 2026, strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation.
In a wide-ranging interview with Wall Street Journal Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker during the UN General…
U.S. President Donald Trump cited Greece in his UN General Assembly speech, warning European leaders about uncontrolled immigration and the rising percentage of foreigners in European prisons.
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Australian PM Anthony Albanese stood side by side at the UN in New York, highlighting the urgent need to protect children online and curb the harmful effects of social media and AI.
A planned meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan in New York was canceled after Athens publicized it, violating an agreement. The leaders were set to meet at the UN General Assembly, but Turkey scrapped the talks, citing the premature leak.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan used his UN General Assembly speech to call for recognition of the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus and to denounce what he described as “genocide” in Gaza, accusing Israel of targeting civilians under the guise of Hamas.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis conducted a series of high-level meetings on the sidelines of…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with leaders from Azerbaijan, Egypt, Sierra Leone, and Yemen on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, discussing energy, migration, regional peace, and maritime security.
The “Turkish House” in Manhattan, a $291 million skyscraper across from the UN, is both a diplomatic hub and a symbol of prestige for Erdoğan. But it has also sparked scandal, backlash over costs, and technical controversies.
At the UN General Assembly, President Erdogan described Hamas as a resistance organisation, accused Netanyahu of genocide in Gaza, and denounced Israel’s military campaign as brutal and merciless.
Donald Trump returned to the UN General Assembly for the first time since 2020, blasting the UN, calling climate change “the biggest scam in the world,” and claiming that 54% of prisoners in Greece are illegal immigrants.
The scheduled meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the 80th UN General Assembly was postponed due to Erdoğan’s attendance at a U.S.-hosted event with Arab and Muslim leaders.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he will press U.S. President Donald Trump on the stalled F-35 fighter jet deal during their White House meeting on September 25, with defense industry ties, trade, and regional issues also set to dominate the agenda.
During the 80th UN General Assembly, Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis advocated for the recognition of a Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders, to be achieved through a UN-led political process. Highlighting Greece’s role in the UN Security Council and its humanitarian efforts in Gaza, he emphasized the nation’s commitment to diplomacy and a two-state solution at a conference co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia.
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet in Manhattan on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with Aegean tensions and regional issues high on the agenda.
Greece will join an emergency UN Security Council meeting on September 22 to address Russia’s recent violation of Estonian airspace. Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will represent Greece as the Council reviews the incident, described by Estonia as a “dangerous escalation,” with NATO forces escorting the Russian jets out of the Baltic airspace.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will travel to New York for the 80th UN General Assembly, where he will deliver a speech on Friday highlighting global challenges and Greece’s role as a stabilizing force, while also engaging in high-level meetings and community events.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan will address Israel’s actions in Gaza at the UN General Assembly, push for Palestine’s recognition to advance a two-state solution, and discuss trade and defense with US President Donald Trump while meeting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are expected to meet…
In a formal diplomatic demarche to the United Nations Secretary-General, the Republic of Cyprus has…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces backlash for announcing Britain will recognize a Palestinian state unless Israel addresses Gaza’s humanitarian crisis by September. Critics, including Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu, accuse him of rewarding Hamas, while UK opponents call it political posturing.
Greece will not accept instructions from any country regarding actions in its territorial waters, Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis declared, as the government moves forward with the creation of national marine parks in the Aegean and Ionian Seas. In an interview with *TA NEA*, Gerapetritis defended Greece’s sovereign rights, highlighted progress in Greek-Turkish dialogue, and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to international law and environmental protection.
The UN-led Cyprus talks in New York on July 17, 2025, made progress on confidence-building measures, with four of six initiatives completed. Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis called the meeting “productive,” while Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides noted “significant results.” UN Secretary-General António Guterres hailed the “constructive” dialogue, with further talks planned for September to advance a unified Cyprus.
Starting today, Greek citizens traveling to China for short stays will no longer require a visa, as announced by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This move aims to boost tourism and strengthen diplomatic ties between the two nations.
