European foreign ministers discuss sanctions against Turkey

SANAA, Aug. 29 (YPA) – On the second day of their informal meeting in Berlin, Europe foreign ministers discussed relations with Turkey following tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean with Greece

“There is continual disagreement in meetings over how to deal with Ankara, which is proceeding with its provocative actions in the eastern Mediterranean,” the Italian news agency Aki reported.

Dutch Foreign Minister Stef Blok said he was “open to sanctions against Turkey, if necessary.” “Everyone needs to get involved in this,” he added.

Finnish Foreign Minister Becca Haavisto said: “We have hope that diplomacy will lead to the return of Athens and Ankara to the table of dialogue.” In reference to the opportunity for European and Atlantic diplomatic efforts.

According to the Italian agency, “these positions did not live up to the aspirations of the Greek foreign minister, who indicated that he looks forward to genuine solidarity on the part of Europeans with his country.”

Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy is expected to present to the ministers of the 27 countries a presentation that includes a wide range of possible options for dealing with Turkey in the future.

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