Why Greece’s alliances failed to prevent eastern Libya’s maritime deal with Turkey – Middle East Eye ¤

Greece’s network of regional alliances has long been viewed as a strategic counterbalance to Turkey’s expanding influence in the Eastern Mediterranean. However, despite diplomatic efforts and security partnerships with key players in the region, these alliances failed to prevent the controversial maritime agreement signed between Turkey and Libya’s Government of National Accord (GNA) in 2019. The deal, which redraws maritime boundaries and opens new avenues for energy exploration, has intensified geopolitical tensions and challenged Greece’s claims in the resource-rich waters. This article examines the reasons behind the shortcomings of Greece’s alliances and explores the broader implications for stability and power dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Greece’s Diplomatic Strategies Undermined by Regional Power Dynamics