In the wake of Iran’s direct attack on Israel, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has called for an emergency National Security Council (KYSEA) meeting.
The meeting will take place at 6 PM on Sunday at the Maximos Mansion under PM Mitsotakis.
According to TO BHMA, the Council will assess the issue of navigation in the region, the possible increase in oil prices, the overall economic impact, as well as the possible reactions of other countries and the risk of further escalation of conflict.
Dendias announced his hasty return to Athens, stating that “there is an evolving situation between Iran and Israel in our region. I always say in my speeches that Greece is not blessed for its geographic location. We are in an area with crises that happen again and again.”
📌 Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the attacks of Iran on Israel
The Greek government unequivocally condemns Iran’s attacks on Israel, which constitute a severe deterioration of the already strained situation in the region. 1/2
— Υπουργείο Εξωτερικών (@GreeceMFA) April 14, 2024
The Ministry also issued a travel advisory on Friday to avoid unnecessary travel to Israel, Palestinian territories, Lebanon and, as of today, Iran.
PM Mitsotakis also condemned the attack in his weekly post on Facebook, stating that “these are extremely unpleasant and very concerning developments that have triggered a new escalation in our neighborhood and the Middle East. The National Security Council will convene urgently this afternoon to assess the situation and express our support in any effort to de-escalate the tension.”
