Greece, France sign $3bln warplane deal in ‘clear’ message to Turkey | Al Arabiya English

Greece and France signed a 2.5-billion-euro ($3 billion) warplane deal on Monday as part of a burgeoning arms program to counter Turkish challenges in the eastern Mediterranean.

UN Publishes Greece-Egypt Maritime Deal Disputed by Turkey, Athens Says - Sputnik International

(Sputnik) - The Greek Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that the United Nations had published the Greek-Egyptian agreement on the delimitation of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) between the two countries.

Dendias: In Libya, our concern was preventing a Turkish military base opposite Crete – Libyan Address Journal

Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias, in an interview with To Vima, discussed Germany and sanctions, illegal immigration, and even the situation across the Mediterranean in Libya.

Germany against arms embargo on Turkey, says FM Maas - AA

Germany is against Greece's demands of imposing an arms embargo on Turkey due to tension in the Eastern Mediterranean, the German foreign minister said on Dec. 22.

US backs EastMed pipeline to supply gas to Europe — RT

 The US has given its support to the EastMed pipeline project that is expected to deliver natural gas from offshore Israel via Greece and Cyprus to the wider European market.

Macron Warns Against Destabilisation as Turkey Rejects New EU Sanctions over Maritime "Dispute"- FarsNews Agency

French President Emmanuel Macron told EU ministers Friday, addressing the new sanctions against Ankara, that the bloc will not tolerate destabilising actions in its orbit.

Greek FM: Turkey’s moves to ease tensions ‘unconvincing’ | Al Arabiya English

Turkey’s recent moves to de-escalate a clash with Greece and Cyprus over east Mediterranean energy reserves are “unconvincing” and European Union leaders need to take action that will prompt Ankara to heed international law, Greece’s foreign minister said on Friday.

EU chief says members to weigh Turkey sanctions | THE DAILY STAR

European Council chief Charles Michel said Friday that Turkey has not de-escalated its stand-off with Greece in response to diplomatic outreach and warned EU member states would now consider sanctions.

Turkish exploration vessel returns to port ahead of EU summit - hurriyetdailynews

Turkey’s research vessel Oruc Reis has returned to the port of the southern province of Antalya after finishing seismic studies in the eastern Mediterranean, less than two weeks before a European Union summit where the bloc will evaluate possible sanctions against Ankara.

Italy's Di Maio Urges Global Community to Stop Foreign Meddling in Libya - Sputnik International

Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio on Wednesday called on the international community to stop foreign interference in the Libyan crisis, noting that unilateral actions by Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean has been affecting the situation in Libya.

France says Turkey's 'soothing declarations' not good enough | THE DAILY STAR

France said Sunday it expects Turkey to de-escalate international tension with actions instead of words ahead of an EU decision on possible further sanctions against Ankara.

Greece's daily COVID-19 deaths set record - China.org.cn

Greek authorities announced on Saturday 108 deaths from COVID-19 within 24 hours, hitting a record high and pushing the death toll since the country registered its first infection on Feb. 26 to 1,527.

Turkey extends seismic survey work in Mediterranean area to 29 November - Ahram Online

Turkey said it was extending the seismic survey work of its Oruc Reis ship in a disputed area of the eastern Mediterranean until Nov. 29, in a move that could add to tensions in the region.

Covid: People arriving in UK from mainland Greece will need to isolate - BBC News

People arriving in the UK from mainland Greece will need to self-isolate for two weeks from 04:00 on Saturday, the transport secretary has said.

Egypt, Greece see eye to eye on Libya, regional threats, bolstering cooperation- Ahram Online

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi said on Wednesday "there is consensus" between Egypt and Greece to stand against regional threats.

Greece, Egypt to welcome "more decisive" U.S. involvement under Biden | THE DAILY STAR

Greece and Egypt, which angered Turkey by reaching an agreement on natural resources in the Eastern Mediterranean, will welcome more decisive U.S. involvement in the region under President-elect Joe Biden, the Greek prime minister said on Wednesday.

Greek government prepares more curbs to contain COVID-19 spread | One America News Network

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to announce new restrictions to curb a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, government officials said on Wednesday.

Death toll rises to 35 in Turkey earthquake - UPI.com

Turkish officials said Saturday that the death toll of a magnitude-7.0 earthquake has risen to at least 35 people with more than 800 injured in the coastal city of Izmir

Live Updates: Major Damage Reported Following Strong Earthquakes in Turkey, Greece - Sputnik International

Major damage has been reported following a strong 6.6-magnitude earthquake that hit Greece and Turkey on Friday.

Greece Plans to Expand Defence Agreement With US or Sign New One, Foreign Minister Says - Sputnik International

Greece is planning to expand the current defence cooperation agreement with the United States or sign a new one, Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias told the parliament on Sunday.