In statements he made in Mersin, where the new pier was built and its naval base expanded Turkeythe head of the Turkish Navy stressed that they will strengthen their permanent presence in the Eastern Mediterranean.
“There is a need to strengthen the maintenance, repair and support of our Navy on the shores of the Eastern Mediterranean. Under these conditions, the naval bases of Aksaz and Mersin will meet these needs. “With these new capabilities, with the installation of ships at the Mersin base, it is planned to strengthen the permanent presence of the Navy in the Eastern Mediterranean.”
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar was also present at the inauguration, who continued the provocative delirium against Greece talking about provocative and aggressive policies in the Aegean, Mediterranean and Cyprus.
“Nevertheless, unfortunately, Greece continues its expansionist and aggressive policies with its provocative actions and rhetoric. During the Tiger Meet exercise, we instructed our Air Force to withdraw due to the selfish exploitation of some issues in the FIR, in the demilitarized islands, in the search and rescue area or in the attempt to use the exercise against the rights, the interests and interests of Turkey. Everyone should know that we will not allow any accomplished event and that we will not allow our rights and legal interests to be violated. “We are determined, with a strong will and able to protect our rights and legal interests.”
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