The Mediterranean alliance tightens - and sends a message to Turkey: "The agreement is not binding"

The Mediterranean alliance between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus is tightening: defense ministry representatives met in Athens to discuss expanding security cooperation, while simultaneously sending a clear message to Turkey regarding maritime rights in the region.

The Mediterranean alliance between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus is tightening: defense ministry representatives from the three countries met in Athens for a trilateral meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation and addressing shared challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean. Simultaneously, the parties sent a message to Turkey regarding maritime rights in the region, against the backdrop of its 'Blue Homeland' doctrine. The discussions centered on regional security assessments, expanding cooperation between defense industries, maritime security, and disaster preparedness. An official statement noted that the parties emphasized their commitment to peace, stability, and security, and the importance of upholding the law of the sea as reflected in international law. Additionally, it was agreed to establish a trilateral working group in the defense industry sector.