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Aegean Under Ankara's 'Microscope': Greece Targeted as 'Beneficiary'

Published March 20, 2026, 08:11
Aegean Under Ankara's 'Microscope': Greece Targeted as 'Beneficiary'

Turkey is heavily focused on Greece's military strengthening, viewing it as a threat rather than a result of developments in the Middle East. Turkish media and analysts question Greek moves, arguing that Athens is seeking to exploit the current crisis for strategic gain, strengthening its cooperation with Israel and Cyprus. This view is accompanied by the belief that a US-Israel-Iran war could reshape the balances in the region, including the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean. Turkish analysts directly accuse Greece of anti-Turkish moves, arguing that they aim to weaken Ankara. Professor Murat Aslan states that Greece is planning a defensive network with Israel, against Turkey, and seeks to claim sovereignty over the entire Aegean Sea, deploying missile systems on demilitarized islands. At the same time, legal claims of violations of international treaties are being raised, with Associate Professor Emete Gozüküzel arguing that the arming of the islands violates international law, as it violates the provisions of the 1947 Paris Peace Treaty. Ankara is closely monitoring developments and has undertaken diplomatic initiatives in international organizations, expressing concern about Greek moves and their potential impact on regional security.