“We believe that the Greek-Turkish problems can be solved, but even if they cannot be solved, they can be kept under control, and that we must solve and manage them in a way that does not harm our countries, the region and NATO . “, said the Turkish Defense Minister in an interview with the Sozcu newspaper, adding:

“You have militarized the islands, although the 12th and 14th articles of the Lausanne and Paris agreements clearly state that “these islands cannot be militarized.” You have presented us with the paradox of 6 miles of territorial waters and 10 miles of airspace.

“Nevertheless, we say, let’s sit down and talk. Others talk about Greece. Let’s sit down and talk to each other. The islands are to be demilitarized as part of the treaties. This is completely contrary to the conditions,” Mr. Akar also emphasized, at the same time referring to the “futile efforts” of Greece in the field of armaments:

“Furthermore, it must be understood that attempts to arm Greece on the mainland or in the islands are futile and most detrimental to the well-being of the Greek people.”