EU SUMMIT

There is a positive basis for the Greek government’s proposal for a ceiling on gas prices, which some time ago seemed outlandish but today has gained ground.

All Europeans appear to have realised that aside from being an economic superpower, the EU must also be a military power in order to maintain its current position.

Aside from French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian PM Mario Draghi, Athens also enjoys the support of European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde.

Ιt is clear that the German chancellor is aiming for something more that the (definitive?) return of the Turkish research vessel “Oruc Reis” to its base. She has underlined that the EU has channeled much effort into improving its relations with Turkey.

Following tough, EU-wide negotiations at the European Council, the Greek prime minister’s gains are not limited to the financial package.

'The European Council endorses the invitation to the Commission and the EEAS to submit options for appropriate measures without delay, including targeted measures,' the summit conclusions stated.