New deal in the works with Kyiv

Athens and Kyiv have recently held direct talks in order to negotiate a bilateral agreement that will result in a form of commitment on the side of Greece to give guarantees of security in several sectors, not only defense. On a broader political level, the two sides are discussing the creation of a framework that will bring bilateral relations between Greece and Ukraine in line with the spirit of the G7 leaders' declaration and, later, the European Council to continue long-term support for Kyiv on a practical level as well. The debate over the issue's political dimensions is currently taking place at the level of foreign ministries.

Should these discussions be concluded, consideration will also be given to how certain dimensions of the agreement can be specified. However, the Americans are also taking part in these contacts. 

Long-term goals include the...