Instead, addressing Netanyahu directly, he expressed solidarity with Israel, called for the return of the last body from the 7 October attack, and described the Trump administration’s peace plan as “a new opportunity” for the region. His framing focused solely on Israel’s security, stating: “We must ensure the complete elimination of the threat of terrorism, guarantee Israel’s security and strengthen regional stability.”

Statements at the summit

Mitsotakis opened by emphasising the “depth and maturity” of the three-way partnership, arguing that it contributes to “stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean.” He condemned the attack in Sydney and expressed solidarity with Jewish communities, stressing that antisemitism “has no place” in democratic societies.

He described the region as entering “a new geopolitical phase” that presents “risks and opportunities,” without mentioning the destruction of Gaza, Israel’s bombing campaign, or the tens of thousands of Palestinians killed. Although he referred to International Law as the basis of regional cooperation, he did not address Israel’s violations of that same law in the occupied territories.

The Prime Minister repeated that Greece is ready to contribute to “the next day” in Gaza, speaking of diplomacy and stabilisation but again omitting any reference to Palestinian statehood, rights, or humanitarian protection. This omission comes despite earlier claims in Athens that he had delivered “strong messages” to Netanyahu about Palestinian civilian deaths.

Support for Trump’s 20-point plan

Mitsotakis endorsed the US-backed 20-point plan promoted by Donald Trump, presenting it as a renewed chance for peace. He framed its second phase, linked to long-term governance arrangements in Gaza, as a joint responsibility for regional actors. His remarks did not acknowledge that the plan excludes Palestinian national demands and is widely rejected by Palestinian political forces.

Regional and military cooperation

The Greek PM also highlighted expanding defence and security cooperation with Israel, including joint exercises, emergency preparedness and civil protection. He emphasised energy connectivity and Greece’s emerging role as an energy hub for the region, including liquefied natural gas and electricity interconnections.

Mitsotakis expressed support for political stability in Lebanon and stressed the need for full territorial control by the Lebanese state. On Syria, one year after the fall of the Assad regime, he called for respect for “all religious and ethnic communities,” placing particular emphasis on Orthodox Christian populations.

He closed by stating that Athens looks forward to “strengthening” the trilateral format.

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