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After the Handshake… Count His Fingers

Published February 10, 2026, 09:27
After the Handshake… Count His Fingers

The author analyzes Turkey's tactics towards Greece, which are characterized by the projection of illegal and absurd claims, pressure through force, and undermining any attempt at dialogue. He points out that Turkey, despite meetings like that between Mitsotakis and Erdogan, continues to violate Greek airspace and create tensions. The author states that Ankara seeks to define the framework of the dialogue and impose its positions, while simultaneously undermining every attempt at reconciliation. He criticizes the policy of 'calm waters' as ineffective, as Turkey exploits it to promote its expansionist ambitions. He emphasizes that Turkey, through the issuance of NAVTEX and announcements from its Ministry of Defense, confirms its uncompromising stance and commitment to protecting the 'Blue Homeland'. The author warns that Mitsotakis, during his visit to Ankara, will face an aggressive and provocative attitude from the Turkish side.