Athens balances refugee, regional stakes

Athens is closely monitoring developments in Syria, acknowledging their broad regional implications. In the wake of the fall of the Assad regime, its strategy reflects a mix of humanitarian concern and calculated diplomacy, aiming to safeguard regional stability while asserting its influence.

Greece's focus spans three areas: Syria's internal stability, refugee dynamics, and its strategic positioning in the region.

The government aligns with the European Union's stance, with the Foreign Ministry emphasizing the need for a smooth transition to a democratically legitimate government, based on United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254, under the clear condition of Syria's territorial integrity and sovereignty.

Turkey's growing role in the region is also not lost on Athens, as it extends from Ukraine and the Caucasus to the Middle East. Athens remains wary of...