Greek Concern About Tensions With Turkey

Greece’s international position and image may have been strengthened with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ visit to the United States last week, but tensions with Turkey have risen in its wake. Athens is obviously seeking an upgraded regional role in the aftermath of the war in Ukraine, and Washington recognizes its potential as a regional energy hub in Southeastern Europe, while also capitalizing on the newly found strategic importance of the northeastern port of Alexandroupoli. But, the government is greatly concerned with Turkey’s increasingly unpredictable stance, made worse by the fact that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is entering a long pre-election…