“We advise Greece not to involve within its agenda the unresolved Aegean issue and the status of certain islands, islets and rocks whose sovereignty has not been transferred to Greece by international treaties. “, the Turkish government said. issued a statement late Tuesday.
It also advised “third parties, including the EU, not to become instruments of Greece’s politically motivated efforts regarding its environmental programme.”
In response, Greece’s Foreign Ministry accused Turkey of “politicizing” environmental issues and said Turkey “defends the country’s sovereignty and sovereignty within the framework of diplomatic principles.”
Greece’s first new marine park spans 11 uninhabited islands and islets from Milos west to Nisyros, known as the “Greek Galapagos” due to its rich biodiversity. The second covers the area from the north of Cephalonia to the islands of Kythera and Antikythera.
Despite being NATO allies and neighbors, Athens and Ankara have been at odds for decades over a number of bilateral disputes, including disputes over maritime boundaries, overlapping continental shelf claims, and the long-running Cyprus dispute. Ta.
However, Greece’s swift response to the devastating earthquake in Turkey in February 2023 created a new context for bilateral relations, with both countries seeking a fresh start and more than a year of diplomatic calm. enjoyed a long period of time.
