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Meis Island is an island located in the southwesternmost point of Greece and very close to the Turkish coast. It was annexed to Greece in 1947 and is commemorated every year with anniversary ceremonies of its liberation. Greece-Türkiye relations have long been tense over the Aegean Sea and Cyprus issues. In 2010, former prime minister Yargos Papandreou announced Greece's IMF rescue package from Meis Island.
It was learned that Mitsotakis and his accompanying delegation, who came to Meis to attend the ceremonies of the 83rd anniversary of the liberation of the island, also visited Karaada and Çam Island (Ro and Strongyli) around Meis and met with the Greek soldiers serving in the region. According to Kathimerini's report, with this step, Mitsotakis is trying to emphasize Greece's determination to defend even the most remote piece of land. According to the newspaper, the visit also marks the end of a political era that Mitsotakis wants to highlight. Former Prime Minister Yargos Papandreou announced Greece's rescue package (austerity) period from the island of Meis in 2010. The timing of his visit is also noteworthy for Türkiye. Turkey's declaration of a marine park near Meis on August 16 caused a reaction from Athens.
Greek Cypriot Administration's reaction to the USA
Regarding the extension of the US decision to lift the arms embargo on the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus (GCASC) until September 30, 2027, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "We emphasize once again that steps that will further erode trust between the two parties on the island should be avoided."
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Greece may increase its military presence in Kastellorizo and surrounding islands.
Possible · Within months
Diplomatic talks between Türkiye and Greece on Aegean Sea issues may be temporarily strained.
Likely · Within weeks

Iran-backed Houthis effectively took control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait, threatening regional maritime trade with the Strait of Hormuz closed. A regional meeting will be held between Gulf countries and Iran in Oman, and safe routes for the Strait of Hormuz will be discussed. Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline was attacked, the pipeline was closed, world oil supply is affected. Conflicts in Yemen continue, Houthis opened fire on a family migrating towards Aden, 3 people died. Türkiye condemned the UAV attacks against Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory.

Apart from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leaders of Russia, Iran, Egypt and the UAE also attended the BRICS summit. China wanted BRICS countries to play a role in ending the war and establishing peace in the Middle East. While Russia emphasized preserving the role of the UN, Iran cited the fight against US sanctions as a priority. It was announced that China will host the 19th BRICS summit next year.

Communication with the passenger ship Virgo Transport 8, which was traveling from Surabaya, Indonesia to Banjarmasin, was lost and lost. The country's search and rescue agency announced that it sent personnel and a rescue ship to the ship's final location.

While UKMTO reported that a ship of unknown type was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, it stated that no information could be obtained about the condition of the crew and the damage. In a separate incident, Çağla Öz, wife of Kara Haydar from Van, was detained in Istanbul for allegedly being a member of a criminal organization.
UKMTO reported that a ship of unknown type was hit in the Strait of Hormuz. It was stated that no information could be obtained about possible crew status, damage assessment and environmental impacts. Ships were advised to navigate carefully and report suspicious situations.

According to the statement of the Houthis' Military Spokesperson Yahya Seri, Saudi Arabia carried out 129 air strikes with F-15 and Typhoon aircraft on the cities of Taiz, Marib, Hodeidah, Cevf, Sada, Amran and Hajjah in the last 48 hours. Seri emphasized that the attacks will not go unanswered and unpunished.