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Turkey Accuses Greece of Unilateral Actions in the Aegean Sea

Published January 8, 2026, 13:02
Turkey Accuses Greece of Unilateral Actions in the Aegean Sea

The Turkish Ministry of National Defense accuses Greece of unilateral activities in the Aegean Sea, claiming that Greece disregards Turkey's rights and interests in the maritime zones. Turkey denies allegations of harassment towards Greek ships, specifically the Ocean Link vessel laying fiber optic cables, stating that monitoring its activities is part of routine procedures. The Turkish Ministry argues that Greek initiatives are ineffective under international law and that Turkey is taking steps to protect its interests. The statement is a response to reports in the Greek press.