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The Revenge of History in the Eastern Mediterranean

Published March 7, 2026, 09:15
The Revenge of History in the Eastern Mediterranean

The article refers to the mission of the Greek frigate “Kimon” to Cyprus, connecting it to ancient history and the liberation of Cyprus from the Persians by the namesake general. It highlights the need to activate the “Unified Defense Doctrine” between Greece and Cyprus and to utilize Greece’s capabilities in the Eastern Mediterranean. It criticizes Greece’s policy of “positive agenda” with Turkey and emphasizes the importance of participation in the EU to counter Turkish expansionism. It proposes the creation of a European Defense in the Eastern Mediterranean with the deployment of European forces in Cyprus, starting with Greek forces. Finally, it refers to historical examples of “useful idiots” who undermined national defense in the past.