Erdogan fumes over Greek armaments program

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkey, has criticized Greece's arms program and stated his intention to discuss it with the country's next prime minister. 

During a press conference on a flight back from Azerbaijan, Erdogan stressed his willingness to discuss the subject with New Democracy leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis, should he be re-elected as prime minister in the June 25 election. The NATO summit slated for July 11-12 in Vilnius may include a discussion on the topic.

"We are well aware of what we will convey: 'Mr Prime Minister, it is time to halt the armament efforts. Where do you intend to go with these armaments? The United States consistently provides you with a substantial supply of weaponry. Why do you continue to procure them? Are they given to you for free?'" Erdogan said, noting further that "it is crucial to acknowledge that our purpose is to...