Turkey’s latest move to submit a new so-called maritime spatial plan to UNESCO laying claim to half of the Aegean Sea is once again putting the spotlight on its revisionist Blue Homeland doctrine, and raising questions about its commitment to maintaining calm in the region. Constantinos Filis, the director of the Institute of Global Affairs and a professor of international relations at the American College of Greece, joins Thanos Davelis as we take a closer look at this development, breaking down what it means for Greece and the sense of calm that has prevailed over the past few years in the Aegean. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Turkey draws line of marine influence right down the Aegean SeaAthens navigates the day after the US inserted itself into the wars in IsraelMiddle East conflict’s intensity, duration to shape impact on Greek economy Shipping faces elevated risk, Strait of Hormuz closure loomsFM to visit Libya amid maritime tensions

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