Syria inflames Athens’ security concerns

As Europe grapples with shifting geopolitical forces, Greece finds itself increasingly wary of Turkey's rising influence in the Middle East. Discussions about the future of European security have intensified, particularly with the growing concerns about Turkish involvement in Syria and the changing US foreign policy under President Donald Trump.

Turkish operations in Syria have escalated, with Ankara playing a key role in the removal of Bashar al-Assad's regime. This shift, coupled with Turkey's influence over the armed factions in Syria, has caused alarm in Athens. Greek officials are uneasy about Turkey's ability to execute complex military operations - entailing coordination between intelligence agencies, armed forces, and foreign players - signaling a major change in regional power dynamics. The concern in Athens has deepened as Turkey seeks new strategic alliances,...