Pompeo: US worried about tension in the Aegean

The new defense deal signed between Athens and Washington will contribute to Greece's security, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Kathimerini in an interview during of his recent visit.
Pompeo said he hopes that Greece and Turkey will resolve their differences peacefully. Turning to Turkey's violation of Cyprus' exclusive economic zone (EEZ), Pompeo referred to "widely recognized international waters," which every nation has to respect.

Asked what would happen if Turkey infringes upon a block that US firms have interests in, Pompeo said it was a hypothetical scenario, but nonetheless underlined that the US always does what is necessary to protect its interests.
 

We had a feeling, especially at the end of the Obama administration, that the US was withdrawing from the region. Are you back? What are the strategic goals of the US?
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