Tsipras: Greek defence forces would not participate in a military operation in Syria

Greek armed forces will not participate in any possible military operation in Syria, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras told French President Emanuel Macron during a telephone call on Thursday, while he also condemned the use of chemical weapons.

Tsipras: Greek defence forces would not participate in a military operation in Syria

The two leaders discussed recent developments in Syria. Tsipras pointed out the necessity for decisive initiatives by the EU and the search for a peaceful solution on the basis of Sweden's proposal, government sources said.

The two men focused on Turkey's role and actions in the greater region and discussed the strengthening of Greek-French defence cooperation.

They also discussed the Cyprus issue and Greek-Cypriot collaboration on energy, the FYROM name issue and EU-Turkish relations.

Source: ana-mpa

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