Greece Urges EU Action Against Turkish Fishing Violations

Greece has called on the European Union to address what it claims is illegal fishing by Turkish fishermen in the Aegean Sea. Shipping Minister Vasilis Kikilias highlighted the issue with the European Fisheries Commissioner, citing violations of maritime law and challenges to Greek sovereign rights.

On Friday, Greece urged the European Union to intervene against what it claims is illegal fishing activity by Turkish fishermen in the Aegean Sea. The appeal comes amid longstanding disputes between NATO allies Greece and Turkey over maritime jurisdiction in the region.

Shipping Minister Vasilis Kikilias addressed the issue with European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis, during a meeting in Athens. Kikilias emphasized the importance of safeguarding Greece's fishermen and its maritime laws, while accusing Turkey of provocatively disregarding them.

Greece has restricted fishing zones in the Aegean Sea, which Turkey disputes. Despite European support through patrols and surveillance, Greece seeks further EU intervention, as debates over maritime boundaries persist between the two nations.