Regarding the statements made on Thursday by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who raised the issue of a “Turkish minority,” diplomatic sources noted the following:

The agenda during the meeting was exactly the same as in the previous meetings. Bilateral, international and regional issues, and in particular, in this specific meeting, the Cyprus issue.

The Greek side raised issues related to the surveys being conducted for the electrical interconnection.

No sovereignty-related issue was discussed.

Also, there was no agreement on the framework for a discussion on the delimitation of the EEZ and continental shelf.

The Treaty of Lausanne is clear and cannot be misinterpreted: It refers to a Muslim minority.

Turkiye’s constant reference to a non-existent national minority is contrary to the due and faithful application of international law.

Greece will continue its policy of equality and citizenship for all Greek citizens.