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Article: Aegean Sea incident spurs anger in Greece; Turkey's bid to join EU seen at risk.(WORLD)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- June 5, 2003
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Byline: Andrew Borowiec, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
NICOSIA, Cyprus - Greece has warned its NATO allies of the possibility of a "heated incident" over the Aegean Sea after airspace violations and hostile encounters with Turkish warplanes.
At stake are Turkey's hopes for membership in the European Union and the stability of the sensitive eastern Mediterranean area.
Some diplomats believe the situation is exacerbated by an apparent feud between Turkey's civilian and military authorities.
"It is clear we are facing increased provocation and aggression from Turkey in the Aegean," said Greek Defense Minister Yiannos Papantoniou.
Gen. ...