Monitoring of Research for Crete-Cyprus Cable by Turkish Warship
February 3, 2025
Turkey monitored the research for an underwater cable between Crete and Cyprus with the presence of a warship. Significant Italian vessels conducted research in the area, while Greek officials stated that the investigations were being carried out in areas not subject to Turkish claims. A Turkish corvette sent a message demanding that the research stop, prompting an immediate response from Greek forces. Greek and Cypriot authorities express concerns about the geopolitical risks in the area.