Fidan: Athens faces internal pressures that affect our dialogue – “Western Thrace” is included in our differences
Along with the disputes in the Aegean, the Turkish Foreign Minister calls for Western Thrace to be put on the agenda in the forthcoming meetings between Mitsotakis and Erdogan - The solution to the Cyprus problem is a matter of leadership, he said
Diplomatic sources on Fidan’s remarks: “The Treaty of Lausanne is clear; It refers to a Muslim minority”
Greece rejects Türkiye's claims of a "Turkish minority," emphasizing adherence to international law and equality for all Greek citizens
Turkey may be using Qatar-sponsored Al Jazeera to smear Greece
The tiny island of Kastellorizo has less than 500 inhabitants but a strong military presence because of the Turkish threat