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NATO announced the establishment of a permanent de-escalation mechanism between Greece and Turkey.
According to a statement from the Alliance, the mechanism will enter into force today, Thursday, October 1, and its purpose is to reduce the risk of accidents in the Eastern Mediterranean. A direct telephone line is reportedly being installed between the military agents of the two countries to facilitate de-escalation by sea and air.
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“I welcome the creation of a military de-escalation mechanism, achieved through the constructive engagement of Greece and Turkey, two crucial allies in NATO. This security mechanism can contribute to creating space for diplomatic efforts to address the dispute and we are ready to develop it further. “I will continue to be in close contact with both allies,” said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
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I welcome the establishment of a military conflict withdrawal mechanism @NATO to reduce the risk of incidents and accidents in the #EastMed. This was achieved through the constructive engagement of Greece and Turkey. I remain in close contact with both allies. https://t.co/yoxW04L0Cp
– Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) October 1, 2020
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