Greek diplomatic sources: Turkey delegation arrives for talks in Athens

A Turkish delegation is slated to attend talks on Confidence Building Measures (CBM) in Athens on April 22, followed by a meeting in Istanbul on April 26, according to diplomatic sources. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' visit to Turkey has yet to be scheduled but is anticipated in mid-May.

So far, discussions have not broached the continental shelf or Exclusive Economic Zone due to unfavorable conditions, the sources added. Emphasizing the need for mutual trust and openness, the sources underscored that dialogue would not be swift, urging a calm climate to prevent crises. They stressed resolving differences as the safest approach.

"The Cyprus issue remains absolutely of major national importance, and we will continue to handle it as such," the sources emphasized, highlighting efforts to expedite substantive dialogue. Regarding EU-Turkish relations, the European...