Change of direction by Akar: We can resolve our differences with Greece through diplomatic means

The Turkish Minister of Defense is still keeping a low profile, Hulusi Akar, after yesterday’s meeting with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Panagiotopoulos in Brussels, abandoning the aggressive rhetoric and throwing bridges of communication on the Greek side. As he said today, during his speech, Turkey can resolve its differences with Greece through dialogue.

«Some politicians in Greece continue their actions and rhetoric due to some ambitions. As there are armaments programs, which have started. The economic impact of this on the Greek people is also very heavy. They also seek alliances. In the face of all this, we continue our efforts for a peaceful solution to the problems. It is important for us to act with the acceptance that we can solve our problems with our neighbor, NATO ally, Greece with diplomatic meansthat we can we benefit better from wealth if we are together and united, and that this can have a positive impact on the well-being of our countries. We consider it important to keep the channels of communication open to resolve current issues. Focusing on a positive agenda and reducing tension will contribute to both bilateral relations and regional co-operation.“, He stated characteristically.

However, commenting on against which he had with the delegation of Greek MPs to Constantinople, tried to do white … black throwing the ball of responsibilities to the Greek side.

«We did the briefing in a polite, well-chosen diplomatic language, without provoking anyone. The essence of our briefing was: “Is there a problem between Turkey and Greece? Is there. How to solve it? Talking about it, there are consultations, disengagement procedures and talks on confidence-building measures. We can solve these problems by talking,” we said. On the other hand, a meeting that went very well, they tried to divert it from its purpose, with the unfounded questions and their comments“, He pointed out.