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Greek officials and diplomats find the escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel on multiple fronts to be alarming.<\/p>\n

According to an assessment<\/a><\/span> in Kathimerini<\/em>, the deepening polarization hinders Greece’s efforts to play the role of an “honest broker” in Middle East conflicts.<\/p>\n

While Athens wants to maintain this mediator role, it also highly values the closest relationship it has ever established with Israel. Reconciling these two goals will require a delicate balance, such as sometimes aligning with the majority at the United Nations and other times voting for a ceasefire to resume humanitarian aid in Gaza without appearing to have abandoned Israel.<\/p>\n

However, the report suggests that what worries Greece the most is the possibility that a weakened Iran could strengthen T\u00fcrkiye, which Athens sees as a “nominal ally” but, in reality, the greatest threat to its sovereignty.<\/p>\n

Despite this, according to Kathimerini<\/em>, Greece is relieved that many Arab countries also wish to see Iran lose power.<\/p>\n

A statement from the Greek government confirmed that Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis held a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday, June 14, at the latter’s initiative.<\/p>\n

During the call, Mitsotakis emphasized the urgent need to de-escalate tensions in the region. While acknowledging that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons, he stressed that diplomacy is the only valid path and warned against opening new fronts of conflict in the Middle East.<\/p>\n

The Greek leader also reiterated the necessity of an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in need.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, Mitsotakis discussed the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran in a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday.<\/p>\n

According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the region, focusing particularly on the effects of Israel’s military operations targeting Iran.<\/p>\n

The SPA report<\/a><\/span> noted that both leaders emphasized the need for restraint and de-escalation, highlighting the importance of resolving disputes through diplomatic means.<\/p>\n

The phone call took place amid heightened tensions following a series of retaliatory strikes between the two countries.<\/p>\n

The recent tension has raised concerns about a wider regional conflict, prompting international leaders to urge all parties to avoid further escalation.<\/p>\n

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