Pavlos Marinakis.
Greek government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis on Thursday defended Athens’ response to rising tensions in Cyprus, citing Spain’s recent decision to send a frigate to the island.
Speaking to political reporters, Marinakis said Greece’s actions prioritize national security and regional alliances.
“Many European countries, including Spain and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, followed this obvious decision because Cyprus represents an important part of Hellenism,” he said, criticizing left-wing parties that questioned Greece’s approach.
Marinakis added that Greece faces immediate regional threats that Spain does not, emphasizing that policy is guided by strategic necessity rather than ideology.