Greece, France, Cyprus, Lebanon Discuss Eastern Mediterranean Security

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the Leaders’ Summit on Peace and Security in Ukraine in Paris, emphasizing Greece's opposition to sending troops to Ukraine and advocating for the strengthening of Ukraine's armed forces as the best security guarantee. The summit focused on achieving a ceasefire and establishing a lasting peace agreement, with EU leaders discussing support for Ukraine's military and financial needs. Mitsotakis highlighted the importance of a comprehensive peace deal rather than a temporary ceasefire, while expressing optimism about potential compromises in negotiations with Russia. Following the summit, he is set to participate in a quadrilateral meeting with leaders from France, Cyprus, and Lebanon, addressing security and energy challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean. Mitsotakis has previously indicated Greece's readiness to assist Lebanon in reconstruction efforts post-ceasefire. The ongoing geopolitical shifts reflect Greece's commitment to being a proactive player in regional stability and security issues.