The Greek press is expressing concern over the possibility of an agreement between Turkey and Syria on the demarcation of maritime borders and the creation of an exclusive economic zone (EEZ). In particular, the newspaper Ekathimerini warns that such an agreement could seriously change the balance of power in the Eastern Mediterranean, especially for Greece, whose interests could be ignored.

Following the possible overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, Ankara and Damascus could strike a deal similar to the one Turkey signed with Libya in 2019. The agreement between Turkey and Libya's Government of National Accord drew widespread international criticism at the time. It included defining maritime boundaries, ignoring Greece's claims to territorial waters in the region.

Greek analysts believe that a new agreement between Turkey and Syria could significantly limit Athens’ access to potential hydrocarbon deposits in the Eastern Mediterranean. Greece already faces territorial disputes in the region, particularly around islands such as Crete and Kastellorizo. Such an agreement would deprive Greece of influence over the distribution of resources and strengthen Turkey’s hand.

Experts stress that such an agreement could be a key step in Ankara’s strategy to expand its influence over the Mediterranean’s energy resources. For Syria, which has been in a state of internal conflict for decades, the agreement could be a chance to generate additional revenues needed to rebuild the country.

Greece's reaction to the possible agreement remains sharp. Athens continues to monitor the situation, trying to prevent potential isolation in the region. In addition, the Greek authorities are counting on the support of the EU, which has already criticized the Turkish-Libyan agreement and supports Greece in territorial disputes.

The Eastern Mediterranean remains an area of ​​heightened geopolitical tension, where the interests of not only the region’s countries but also major global players, including the United States, Russia, and the European Union, intersect. A possible agreement between Turkey and Syria would only intensify competition for access to natural resources and sea routes.

Previously, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has repeatedly stated his intention to strengthen Turkey's position in the Eastern Mediterranean, despite protests from Greece and other EU countries.