A weird statement by the US State Department. It said it is deeply concerned about Turkey’s ongoing activities very close to the island of Kastellorizo “in areas where Greece and Cyprus claim jurisdiction.”.
“We know of this unconfirmed information. As we have stated before, the United States is deeply concerned about Turkey’s continuing activities to explore natural resources in areas where Greece and Cyprus are claiming jurisdiction in the Eastern Mediterranean,” a State Department spokesperson said in response to a question, Greek media report on Wednesday.
What are the areas where Greece and Cyprus claim jurisdiction? The Greek continental shelf where the Oruc Reis lounges about accompanied by Turkish frigates or the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone, where the Barbaros and the Fatih are conducting surveys also accompanied by Turkish warships?
At the same time, the US State Department expressed its strong support for the dialogue between Greece and Turkey, encouraging all parts to resume talks on the specific issues.
The spokesperson reiterated the US firm commitment to making use of the resources of the Eastern Mediterranean in a way that promotes cooperation and lays the foundations for lasting energy security and economic prosperity throughout the region.
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Claim jurisdiction? Has jurisdiction, they mean. As laid down in international laws and treaties.
US speaks with forked tongue..