Foreign Policy
Greek-Albanian relations take a hit over arrest of ethnic minority politician
The detention of a mayoral candidate from the Greek ethnic minority in Albania has raised tension between Athens and Tirana over the past few days.
Opinion split in Athens over best outcome in Turkish elections
Athens is remaining sanguine about the outcome of Sunday’s elections in Turkey, and insisting that it will work with whoever is eventually elected President in the neighbouring country.
Post-election push for Greek-Turkish talks being lined up
It seems that there will be an internationally coordinated new effort to bring Turkey and Greece back to discussions about their longstanding disputes after elections have taken place in both countries.
Athens hoping Turkish election result leaves room for relations to continue improving
In less than two weeks, Turkish voters will go to the polls for what could be the most crucial elections in Greece’s neighbour for the last twenty years.
Greek position on Kosovo scrutinised after Council of Europe vote
Recent developments have put Greece’s position on Kosovo under the spotlight, although Athens insists that it has not changed its stance on the matter.
Athens harbours big hopes for Egypt energy deal, keeps eye on Turkey's role
Europe’s need to secure cheaper energy could be resolved by an ambitious project being promoted by Egypt and Greece, although the role of Turkey in the region could play a vital role.
Athens offers continued, but limited support to Ukraine, while seeking balance with China
The visit of Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov to Athens last Thursday came as a surprise as it had been kept a secret for security reasons and resulted in Greece offering to continue supporting Kiev, but within certain limits.
Athens and Ankara affirm new, calmer period in relations
In recent weeks, Greece and Turkey have underlined the new political reality in their bilateral relations.
Improving mood in Greek-Turkish ties visible in words and deeds
The apparent change in the mood between Athens and Ankara was emphasised on Saturday, when Greece celebrated its Independence Day.
Athens and Ankara keep ties ticking over pending elections
Landmark presidential and parliamentary elections that will determine the future course of Turkey are to take place on May 14.