The ministry added that Türkiye considers any unlawful fishing restrictions imposed by Greece in areas beyond its 6-nautical-mile territorial waters to be invalid, including zones outside its jurisdiction and in international waters.
“Türkiye will not accept any unilateral and unlawful measures that may restrict the legitimate activities of Turkish fishermen based on international law and historical rights,” the statement said.
The ministry reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to resolving disputes with Greece in line with international law, equity, and good neighbourly relations, referring to the Athens Declaration on Friendly Relations and Good Neighborliness signed on December 7, 2023.