Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis discussed Turkish provocations, the 'calm waters' in the Aegean, Athens' responses, and criticism from the opposition. He stated Greece would respond from a position of strength.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis sent a clear message to Turkey, stating that Greece seeks peace and dialogue from a position of strength, without compromising its sovereign rights, declaring an end to passive diplomacy.
The acting foreign ministers of Ukraine and Greece, Dmytro Kuleba and George Gerapetritis, discussed the situation in the Black Sea amid ongoing Russian attacks. They also touched upon developments in the Middle East and Persian Gulf.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed his intention to visit Athens for the sixth round of the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue, following a phone call with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis.
The Greek government spokesman, Pavlos Marinakis, has strongly denied a false report, accompanied by an alleged AI-generated photo, concerning a supposed dinner involving Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and PASOK officials.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated that Greece is expanding its partnerships and actively strengthening its global presence. He emphasized Greece's strong position on the UN Security Council and its commitment to international multilateralism.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis concluded his official visit to Vietnam, emphasizing Athens and Hanoi's commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors and deepening coordination on international law.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated at an event in Tokyo that Greece's foreign policy is guided by International Law, acknowledging the new multipolarity shaped by geopolitical shifts, AI, and the industrial revolution.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis sent a message to Turkey, stating that maintaining the casus belli (reason for war) cannot be compatible with its participation in international and European security architecture, while also responding to criticism from Samaras.
Greece, taking the helm of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC) bloc, has announced that strengthening economic cooperation in the Black Sea region is a top priority, as stated by Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with Cypriot Parliament President Annita Demetriou to discuss the Cyprus issue and coordination between Greece and Cyprus. The meeting focused on strategies and cooperation regarding the ongoing Cyprus problem.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has sent a clear message to Albania, stating that full compliance with international law and respect for the Greek minority are crucial for its EU accession. He emphasized that Albania's path to the EU depends on these conditions.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis issued a strong message to Turkey, stating that unilateral maritime delimitations have no legal validity. He also expressed cautious optimism regarding relations with Libya.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a brief bilateral meeting in Sofia. The discussion took place on the sidelines of the 30th Summit of Southeast European Cooperation Process (SEECP).
George Gerapetritis has stated that Europe is confronting asymmetric and hybrid threats in both its northern and southern regions. His remarks emphasize the complex security challenges facing the continent.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis discussed potential escalation in Greek-Turkish relations as Ankara promotes its provocative 'Blue Homeland' bill.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a telephone conversation with his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty. The call focused on discussions between the two officials.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is scheduled to meet with Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on Thursday for expanded talks between their delegations.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah and acting Foreign Minister Al Taher Salem al-Baour in Tripoli, agreeing to activate technical committees on maritime zones.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis had a telephone conversation with his Israeli counterpart, Gideon Saar, who extended wishes for Greece's March 25th national holiday.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with US Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador Matthew Whitaker, along with the US Ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, to discuss the Middle East and bilateral relations.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis described his visit to Berlin and meeting with his German counterpart as an affirmation of Greece and Germany's alignment on critical international issues.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated in Rhodes that Greece harbors no aggressive intentions, speaking ahead of a major celebration in the Dodecanese.
The National Council of Foreign Policy will convene on Wednesday, March 4, at 10:00 a.m., chaired by Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, to discuss developments in the Middle East.
The teleconference of Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis with the heads of Greece's Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the Middle East has concluded.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with his American counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington, stating that US-Greece relations are in 'excellent condition'.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will meet his American counterpart Marco Rubio today at 1:00 p.m., as part of his three-day visit to Washington. Today
With Greek-US relations having experienced instability, the Greek government aims to keep communication channels open and strengthen ties through the simultaneous presence of Ministers George Gerapetritis and Stavros Papastavrou in Washington.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is participating in the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Brussels, where discussions include a peace plan for the Middle East, diplomacy concerning Iran, and initiatives for the Western Balkans.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis issued a clear message to Ankara regarding Greece's sovereign rights, asserting the country's determination to defend them and respond 'in the field' if necessary.
The Foreign Ministers of Greece, George Gerapetritis, and Egypt, Badr Abdelatti, held a phone call to discuss further strengthening the trilateral cooperation framework between Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis reiterated Greece's steadfast support for the reunification of Cyprus during a call with Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos. Greece insists on a just and viable solution for the island's future.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on strategic dialogue, the Middle East, Iran, and Ukraine.
Greek officials George Gerapetritis, Anna Diamantopoulou, and Nikos Christodoulakis have denied media reports of a joint meeting, dismissing them as 'products of imagination.' They stated that no such meeting took place.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with North Korea's foreign minister as part of a diplomatic push. This meeting comes amidst broader international engagements, including a separate meeting between Greece's Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and South Korea's Foreign Minister in Seoul.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung in Hanoi to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, shipping, and tourism.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with Taro Kono, President of the Japan-Greece Parliamentary Friendship Group, in Tokyo to discuss strengthening bilateral relations.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated that Turkey must lift its casus belli and asserted that Greece is a key player in regional developments. He also denied any US commitment to Turkey regarding F-35 jets.
The Foreign Ministers of Greece and Egypt, George Gerapetritis and Sameh Shoukry, held a phone conversation to discuss the strategic partnership between their countries. Their discussion also focused on recent developments in Libya and Gaza.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis reaffirmed Greece's steadfast support for Montenegro's European Union path during a visit to Podgorica. Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajić stated that Greece would do everything to help Montenegro join the EU by 2027.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis reiterated Greece's full support for the European path of Serbia and other Western Balkan countries, aiming for their EU integration by the Greek presidency in 2027.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, speaking from Sofia, emphasized the importance of strengthening regional cooperation, stability, and accelerating the European perspective of the Western Balkans, aiming for tangible results by 2027.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis emphasized that unilateral actions in the field of the Law of the Sea do not create legal precedent or faits accomplis. His statement underscores Greece's position on international maritime law.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with a US Congressional delegation, led by Republican Trent Kelly, to discuss geopolitical developments and security, ahead of an informal EU Foreign Affairs Council in Limassol.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis responded to Evangelos Venizelos regarding the protocol for the first phone call during an Aegean crisis, stating it would be to the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff.
At the New Democracy Congress, Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis asserted that Greece is no longer passively following developments but actively demonstrating its strength globally. He also questioned who Greeks want to lead in defending national interests.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis informed EU foreign ministers about a marine drone found in Lefkada, with his counterparts expressing concern, interest, and support.
A new round of dialogue between Greece and Libya concluded positively with the visit of Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis to Tripoli. Both sides agreed to activate a joint technical committee to discuss bilateral issues.
George Gerapetritis announced the digitization of over 31 million pages of the Greek Foreign Ministry's archives, hailing it as a significant moment for transparency and highlighting the historical weight of Greek diplomacy.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is visiting Benghazi for critical talks with Khalifa Haftar, focusing on the Turkish-Libyan memorandum, migration, and investment opportunities, aiming to maintain open channels with both Tripoli and Benghazi.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a telephone conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideo Saar, on the occasion of Greece's Independence Day, to discuss recent developments in the Middle East.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a meeting with Matthew Whitaker, the US Permanent Representative to NATO. US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Gillfoyle also participated in the discussion.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is in Rhodes as the main speaker for the celebrations marking the anniversary of the Dodecanese integration into Greece.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has concluded a video conference with the heads of Greek Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the Middle East, the foreign ministry announced on Sunday.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is anticipated to visit Athens later this year as part of the Greece-US Strategic Dialogue, an agreement reached during his recent meeting with George Gerapetritis in Washington.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with US Secretary Marco Rubio at the White House in a very positive atmosphere, discussing strategic partnership, shipping, energy, AI, and technology.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is in Washington for a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The talks, scheduled for midday, are expected to focus on deepening relations and affirming Athens' role as a pillar of stability in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Greece's Minister of Foreign Affairs, George Gerapetritis, is preparing for an upcoming meeting with Rubio and emphasized Greece's leading role in international initiatives, including presenting its National Strategy for the Prevention of Child Violence.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis defended Athens' diplomatic approach toward Turkey, rejecting criticism that the country has pursued a passive policy. He stated that "the Greece of passive diplomatic inertia is gone for good."
The Foreign Ministers of Greece and Egypt, George Gerapetritis and Sameh Shoukry, held a telephone conversation focusing on strategic cooperation in energy, investments, and regional developments.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during which they emphasized the enduring depth of strategic relations between Greece and the US, and Greece's role as a pillar of stability.
During his visit to Seoul, Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis visited the Korean War Memorial and laid a wreath in honor of the members of the Greek Expeditionary Force who sacrificed their lives.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, currently in Seoul, held a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. Both officials reaffirmed the strong and lasting strategic relationship between Athens and Cairo.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met in Tokyo to further strengthen Greek-Japanese relations, focusing on expanding economic cooperation and shared positions on international law and security.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis defended his country’s foreign policy and stressed the importance of maintaining communication channels with neighboring Türkiye.
Greece's Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis emphasized that the Casus Belli is anachronistic and inconsistent with NATO alliance principles. This statement follows Prime Minister Mitsotakis's reference to the issue, bringing it into the context of alliance discussions.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated that maintaining calm relations with Turkey is not an ultimate goal, emphasizing that every Greek government since the restoration of democracy has engaged in discussions with Turkey. He highlighted that dialogue is a historical practice rather than an end in itself.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated in Sarajevo that the integration of the Western Balkans is a top priority for Greece's presidency of the Council of the EU. He emphasized that the enlargement process for the Western Balkans is once again a leading European priority.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis emphasized Greece's view of the Western Balkans as an integral part of the European family, reiterating full support for Serbia's European course.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in Sofia, where Gerapetritis warned against unilateral actions in the Aegean Sea, specifically addressing Turkey's 'Blue Homeland' bill.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated that Greece acts preventively and maintains all its diplomatic and defensive capabilities to address any potential challenges.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is scheduled to meet with Zoe Konstantopoulou, leader of Plefsi Eleftherias, at her request. The meeting will focus on "developments in critical international fields."
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis warned that there could potentially be an escalation of tension with Turkey, depending on the content of recent reports and leaks regarding the Turkish government's intentions.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis stated that the Mediterranean must remain a "zone of peace" and free of military operations, warning that any transformation into a scene of military operations would not be tolerated.
High-ranking Libyan sources, speaking to Türkiye Today, indicated that Libya will never complete negotiations with Greece, days after Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis visited Tripoli and Benghazi.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis traveled to Tripoli for diplomatic discussions, including maritime and energy talks, meeting with the President of the Presidential Council and the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with his Singaporean counterpart, Vivian Balakrishnan, in Athens, where both ministers underscored the critical importance of the free movement of ships and the safety of seafarers as an unnegotiable priority for Greece.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is scheduled to travel to Benghazi, Libya, for a meeting with Khalifa Haftar and will also meet with Tripoli officials, attending the inauguration of the new Greek Consulate General building.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met on Wednesday evening at the Foreign Ministry with the US Ambassador and Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker. US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle also attended the meeting.
The discussion focused on developments in the wider Middle East, strengthening cooperation within NATO, bilateral relations, and the strategic partnership between Greece and the United States.
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Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is scheduled to meet with Matthew Whitaker, the permanent representative of the United States to NATO, today, Wednesday.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is traveling to Brussels to participate in the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council, scheduled for Monday, October 16.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis spoke with UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan about developments in the broader Middle East and the repatriation of Greek citizens.
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Greek government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis commented on the meeting between Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and his American counterpart Marco Rubio, stating that Greece is stronger than ever geostrategically.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis met with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk in Geneva to discuss support for the Global Alliance initiative.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis participated in the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting, discussing a peace plan for the Middle East, diplomacy regarding Iran, initiatives for the Western Balkans, and the situation in Ukraine.