China News Service, September 23. According to "Central News Agency" reports, on the 22nd local time, Turkey and Greece stated that the two sides agreed to hold talks on the disputed waters in the eastern Mediterranean region, which brought about a turning point in the crisis of conflicts in all circles. .
Data map: Turkish President Erdogan.
According to reports, Greece and Turkey have had long-term disputes over energy development in the eastern Mediterranean. The two sides have sent ships to the local area to hold military exercises.
However, the situation has slowed down recently, raising hopes for a diplomatic solution to the crisis.
According to the report, the most recent friction between the two countries was in August, when a survey ship sent by Turkey, accompanied by a warship, went to the disputed waters near the islands owned by Greece.
Although the European Union and Greece repeatedly called on the Turkish side to stop operations, Turkey still extended its mission three times.
However, under the mediation of Germany, the two sides stated on September 22 that they were "ready to begin exploratory talks."
The Turkish Presidential Palace stated that Turkish President Erdogan, German Chancellor Merkel, and European Council President Michelle have held a tripartite video conference.
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs also confirmed its willingness to start the talks and stated that the talks will be held in Istanbul soon, but did not provide an exact date.