Israeli Analyst Calls for Military Alliance with Greece Against Turkey
Speaking to Greek television, analyst Shay Gal proposed the establishment of a binding defense pact between Athens and Tel Aviv, citing the balance of power in the Eastern Mediterranean and Syria.
Israeli analyst Shay Gal, in a broadcast on the Greece-based Flash GR television, pointed to Turkey's military presence in the Eastern Mediterranean and Syria, arguing that Israel and Greece should sign a binding defense agreement.
Gal argued that a memorandum of understanding that would come into effect before a crisis erupts between the two countries is essential, asserting that the Israeli military should provide direct military support and participate in the conflict in the event of a possible escalation.
Claiming that the maritime jurisdiction memorandum between Turkey and Libya could affect Israel's connection to Europe, the analyst stated that the Turkish military presence in Syria could quickly bring the parties into confrontation, and called for increased coordination between Israel, Greece, and the Greek Cypriot Administration.
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