Response from the Ministry of National Defense to Greece's audacious threat: They have made themselves look ridiculous.

17.04.2025 12:42

Sources from the Ministry of National Defense stated regarding the provocative threat made by the Chief of General Staff of Greece, who said, "We are ready to intervene in Turkey within 5 minutes," that "Do not expect us to respond to statements that even they do not believe in, which put them in a ridiculous position."

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The Ministry of National Defense held a weekly briefing meeting. Speaking at the press conference held at the 40th Commando Training Brigade Command located in Isparta, Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk, the Press and Public Relations Advisor and Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense, conveyed the latest developments on the agenda.

RESPONSE TO GREECE'S MOVE

Ministry sources stated the following regarding questions about the "Marine Spatial Planning" announced by Greece:

"The recent initiatives regarding the Eastern Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea, which have no legal basis and are contrary to international law, announced to the public by Greece, are being closely monitored by us. As the Turkish Armed Forces, our determination to protect our rights and interests in the Aegean Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean is absolute. These unilateral planning actions by Greece regarding maritime jurisdiction areas are contrary to international law."

Turkey argues that a fair, equitable, and internationally law-compliant sharing of maritime jurisdiction in the region can only be possible within the framework of mutual dialogue and goodwill. Greece's unilateral actions, claims, and statements that ignore the existing disputes and violate the rights of the Turkish side are unacceptable. These statements have no legal consequences for our country.

The Turkish Armed Forces continue their mission to protect all rights and interests of Turkey in its maritime jurisdiction areas with determination and resolve, in line with the understanding of Blue Homeland. In this context, developments in the region are being closely monitored, and necessary measures are taken promptly if needed."

STATEMENTS OF THE GREEK CHIEF OF STAFF

Sources from the Ministry of National Defense stated the following regarding questions about the words of the Greek Chief of Staff, "We are ready to intervene in Turkey within 5 minutes":

"Do not expect us to respond to statements that even they do not believe in their reality and that put them in a ridiculous position."

TURKEY-ISRAEL NON-CONFLICT MECHANISM

Sources from the Ministry of National Defense responded to questions regarding the "Non-Conflict Mechanism" talks between Turkey and Israel as follows:

"The first technical meeting regarding the establishment of a non-conflict mechanism to prevent unwanted incidents in Syria has been held in Azerbaijan. The 'non-conflict mechanism' between Turkey and Israel is not a 'normalization', but a communication and coordination structure aimed at preventing direct conflict between the two countries to ensure that military activities in Syria are conducted safely and in a controlled manner and to prevent unwanted incidents.

This mechanism is established to prevent escalation of tension, avoid misunderstandings, maintain stability in the region, and eliminate the possibility of conflict by informing each other about the activities carried out in the field."

MEETING ON THE SECURITY OF THE BLACK SEA

Sources from the Ministry of National Defense also shared the following information regarding the meeting held in Ankara about Black Sea Security:

"In the event that the ongoing war between the Russian Federation and Ukraine results in a ceasefire, a series of activities are being carried out by Volunteer Countries to ensure the maintenance of a peace environment.

Turkey continues its efforts for the establishment of peace within the Volunteers Coalition and is leading military planning regarding the maintenance of the peace environment in the Black Sea. In this context, a meeting was held in Ankara on April 15-16 under the coordination of the General Staff. A total of 39 foreign representatives from 21 countries, including our country, attended the meeting.

At the mentioned meeting, it was agreed with country representatives on the need for Turkey to continue leading planning activities in the maritime dimension and that the Montreux Convention should be applied in its current form until a peace agreement is signed, and this issue should be taken into account in planning."

5TH SECURITY MEETING BETWEEN TURKEY AND IRAQ

Sources from the Ministry of National Defense shared the following information regarding questions about the 5th Security Meeting held between Turkey and Iraq:

"The 5th meeting of the Turkey-Iraq High-Level Security Mechanism, which we see as a platform contributing to the institutionalization of our contacts focused on security and counter-terrorism with Iraq, was held at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The meeting was conducted in a very positive atmosphere, and strategic issues between the two friendly and brotherly countries were thoroughly discussed.

At the meeting, it was agreed to increase coordination and cooperation in military, border security, counter-terrorism, and defense industry areas, and it was stated that the PKK poses a threat to both countries, and the processes of dissolution and disarmament should be completed as soon as possible."