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France and Greece upgrade defence pact as regional and political risks loom The visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Athens last week marked a symbolic yet substantive reaffirmation of a bilateral relationship that has evolved into one of increasing strategic depth in recent years.
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Macron’s visit to Athens delivers agreements, messages and political meaning Emmanuel Macron’s two‑day visit to Athens unfolded as a dense, symbol‑laden and strategically significant moment for both countries, but also with implications for Europe more broadly.
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Macron visit to herald deepening of Greek-French defence and energy ties French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Athens this week comes with unusual strategic weight, reflecting not only the deepening ties between France and Greece but also the broader recalibration underway within Europe’s security and economic architecture.
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Immunity vote becomes test of nerve for New Democracy as public support slips A new poll showing New Democracy slipping three points in a month and a public that attributes the OPEKEPE scandal primarily to political interventions sets a stark backdrop for Wednesday’s parliamentary vote on lifting the immunity of 13 government MPs.
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Mitsotakis refreshes Israel ties ahead of resuming work on GSI cable Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited France and Israel over the last few days, aiming to bolster close relations with key allies ahead of two important developments in the Eastern Mediterranean.
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Greece makes first contact with new Syrian leader as PM chases up missile issue in Paris Greece has decided to take its first steps towards building close ties with a post-Assad Syria.
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With focus on energy, Athens hopes for boost from Macron re-election Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hopes that the re-election of Emmanuel Macron as French President bodes well for his government’s hopes of further progress within the European Union on effective answers to the economic and energy challenges posed by the war in Ukraine and other recent developments.
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Arrival of new fighter jets draws attention as EastMed pipeline issue simmers in background The first six of 24 state of the art Rafale fighter jets Greece is acquiring from France arrived to much fanfare last Wednesday at Tanagra Air Base, north of Athens.
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France defence pact secures strong backing despite questions over finances, motives Greece’s defence agreement with France, including the purchase of at least three warships, received strong approval in Greek Parliament on Thursday despite becoming a point of contention between the government and main opposition.
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Mood sours as Greece and Turkey head for new round of exploratory talks Greece and Turkey return on Wednesday for the 63rd round of their exploratory talks, this time in Ankara, with the possibility that they could eventually lead to international arbitration if enough common ground is found.