Mitsotakis: Iran Must Not Acquire Nuclear Arsenal, Diplomacy is the Solution

Expressing concern over the situation in the Middle East and the conflict between Israel and Iran, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis spoke during an interview with Emiliya Mychasuk, editor-in-chief of the Financial Times. Regarding the escalating tensions in the Middle East, Mitsotakis emphasized that “we are very concerned about the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran. Greece will insist on two points: Iran cannot acquire nuclear weapons, and the solution can only come through diplomacy. Only the USA can bring both parties to the negotiating table. We hope there will be no further escalation with adverse effects on trade, economy, and shipping, where Greece is a leading global force. There is a worrying humanitarian situation in Gaza; a ceasefire must be established, and the flow of humanitarian aid must be ensured unobstructed. Greece will not participate militarily in any potential NATO operation. We successfully repatriated Greeks from the area safely, and we hope such operations won’t be necessary again,” stated Mitsotakis. He also expressed interest in participating in discussions about nuclear technology for energy purposes, stating, “I don’t see how we can achieve climate neutrality without nuclear energy. I want Greece to engage in the dialogue about nuclear technology, although not immediately. Investments in nuclear technology should be part of our strategic focus.” Additionally, Mitsotakis mentioned Greece’s ambition for a third term in government, provided they fulfill their commitments, maintain fiscal discipline, and invest in public spending and social welfare. On the European Green Deal, he highlighted the need for regulatory adjustments to ensure European businesses remain competitive while moving towards ambitious yet realistic goals.