Answering a journalist’s question regarding the recent statements of the representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Maria Zakharova, the representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Alexandros Papaioannou pointed out the following: “Greek foreign policy is a policy of principles and is based over time on full respect for international law. Greece co-decides […]
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Diplomatic sources: The operation to evacuate Greek citizens from the area of ​​Mariupol is in progress
The operation to evacuate citizens from the area of ​​Mariupol – “Nostos 3”, is currently underway. The convoy of cars, led by Ambassador Francesco Costelleno, started earlier today in the town of Zaporizhia, located about 300 kilometers northwest of Mariupol and heading west. This operation was organized, under particularly unfavorable conditions which were constantly changing, […]
Diplomatic sources: Evacuation of part of the staff of the Consulate General of Mariupol on Wednesday
The evacuation of part of the staff of the Consulate General of Mariupol, all the journalists housed in the premises of the Consulate General, as well as Greek citizens wishing to leave was decided according to diplomatic sources, given the security situation in the Mariupol area, but also according to Russian announcements that a humanitarian […]
Foreign Ministry Spokesman: Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Jiang Yu’s Regular Press Conference
“Completely unacceptable,” said Foreign Ministry spokesman Alexandros Papaioannou in a statement earlier today to ERT, recalling that the Russian embassy in Athens had been summoned to the Foreign Ministry. “We reiterated to the Russian side that they have an obligation to respect international law,” Papaioannou said. “Respect for the sovereignty and territorial independence of Ukraine […]
Foreign Ministry Spokesman: ‘Orthodox’ bombs kill Orthodox expatriates
The unequivocal condemnation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Russian attacks in Ukraine that cost the lives of ten Greek expatriates, was expressed by the representative of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alexandros Papaioannou, speaking on SKAI television. He stressed that it is unacceptable for civilians to be killed and reiterated that the […]
Diplomatic sources: Every effort is made for continuous communication with Greek citizens in Ukraine
The Greek embassy in Kiev and the consulates general in Mariupol and Odessa are making every effort to remain in constant contact with Greek citizens currently in Ukraine, according to diplomatic sources. There is an evacuation plan, unannounced given the need to protect those who want to leave. Of course, the plan is being updated […]
Foreign Minister: Greece unequivocally condemns today’s Russian attack on Ukraine
The Greek Foreign Ministry condemns today’s Russian attack on Ukraine in a statement. The announcement in detail: “Greece unequivocally condemns the current Russian attack on Ukraine, which is a clear violation of international law and world values. It also undermines European Peace and Security. The protection of the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of all […]
Foreign Ministry spokesman: Greece will stand by the Greek community in Ukraine
The message that respect for international law, including the law of the sea, the prohibition of the use or threat of use of force against territorial integrity, the independence of any state, and respect for national sovereignty are fundamental principles of Greek foreign policy. the briefing of the diplomatic correspondents, the representative of the Ministry […]
Foreign Minister: Russia’s action is a clear violation of fundamental principles of international law
Russia’s recognition of the illegal and unilateral declaration of “independence” of the separatist territories of Donetsk and Luhansk in Ukraine is a clear violation of fundamental principles of international law, the territorial integrity of Ukraine, and the declaration of the Of Foreign Affairs of Greece. As he characteristically states, “we have repeatedly stressed that Greece […]
Foreign Minister: Protest action against Turkey for questioning Greek sovereignty over the islands
A protest action was held by the Greek Foreign Ministry to the Turkish side and specifically to the Turkish Plenipotentiary, according to diplomatic sources. The Foreign Ministry underlined to the Turkish side the strong dissatisfaction of Greece, as well as its protest against the recent statements of Turkish officials, who questioned the Greek sovereignty over […]
