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Coalition for Ukraine, Athens is distancing itself from the new European framework without the US and abstains from the security pact
2025-05-13 18:39:54 / BOTA
Greece is keeping a cautious distance from a proposed European security mechanism for Ukraine, while continuing to engage in high-level political and military discussions, according to Greek diplomatic sources.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis joined a video call last Saturday with French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, key figures in the so-called "coalition of the willing" on Ukraine.
While reaffirming Greece's support for Ukraine, Athens refused to participate in any new European-led security framework that would replace existing US guarantees.
Although in recent hours the discussion about a possible summit in Istanbul (with the possible surprise participation of Donald Trump) has been revived, Athens is carefully observing that, so far, apart from the circulation of scenarios for finding a solution, none of the conditions required to start planning a security mechanism have been met. The three conditions are a ceasefire, the creation of an internationally recognized entity to manage the mechanism, which means a clear mandate, and finally, the provision of American guarantees that hostilities will not resume.
Despite abstaining from the initiative, Greece continues to closely monitor developments, following discussions at both the political and military levels.
Analysts in Athens express skepticism about the effectiveness of a purely European security mechanism.
They argue that the military assistance provided since Russia's invasion in February 2022, while substantial, would not be enough to deter renewed hostilities if a potential ceasefire fails.
The future of Greek-Russian relations also remains uncertain. Tensions have worsened over the past three and a half years, extending beyond state channels to include disputes in Orthodox Christian jurisdictions such as Alexandria and Jerusalem.
Athens is watching for changes in European defense policy, especially in light of Germany's changing leadership and EU plans to increase defense funding, which could result in greater arms production for Ukraine.
Greek officials see the conflict in Ukraine as one of the key global issues likely to shape US foreign policy, along with possible new negotiations with China and Iran.
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