EPISODE · Nov 30, 2023 · 12 MIN
Greece makes it clear: Albania's EU hopes hinge on Beleri case
from The Greek Current · host Hellenic Leaders
On Wednesday Greece filed a written statement with the Council of the European Union stating it will not support Albania’s EU accession process as long as the case of the imprisoned ethnic Greek mayor elect of Himare, Fredi Beleri, remains unresolved. The move comes as Greece has come under EU pressure over Albania. Athens has made it clear, however, that its stance on the Beleri case is about defending European principles as it has to do with respect for the rule of law. Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis with the latest analysis on the diplomatic initiatives underway over the Beleri case.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Albania’s EU hopes hinge on Beleri case, Athens saysAthens under EU pressure over AlbaniaBeleri oath request ruling next weekBritish PM fuels diplomatic dispute with Greece over Parthenon sculpturesPMQs: Rishi Sunak accuses Greek PM of grandstandingGreece is a rising energy provider in SE Europe, says US envoyGas exports could quadruple
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On Wednesday Greece filed a written statement with the Council of the European Union stating it will not support Albania’s EU accession process as long as the case of the imprisoned ethnic Greek mayor elect of Himare, Fredi Beleri, remains unresolved. Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis with the latest analysis on the diplomatic initiatives underway over the Beleri case.
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