Greece, Turkey at odds over minority schools

ISTANBUL - Tensions between Turkey and Greece are escalating due to disputes surrounding educational policies for minority schools. The Turkish Ministry of Education has introduced new restrictions affecting Greek minority schools in Istanbul, limiting events and visits that are not directly related to educational purposes. According to reports, the move was a reaction to similar restrictions imposed on Muslim minority schools in Western Thrace by Greek authorities.

The new guidelines state that any events or activities related to education must be approved by Turkish authorities at least 15 days in advance. Only parents or officials from the Education Ministry are permitted to visit these schools, and any requests for visits must also be submitted at least two weeks prior for approval. Sources indicate that these measures closely mirror those previously enacted by Greek...