Russia, Greek Cyprus Sign Military Deal On Use Of Mediterranean Ports
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Greek Cypriot counterpart Nicos Anastasiades signed an agreement on Feb. 25 to give Russian military ships access to Greek Cypriot ports.
"We signed a number of documents regarding our military cooperation. For example regarding the entrance of our ships to Greek Cypriot ports," Putin told journalists.
Ties between Russia and the West have plummeted in the wake of the Ukraine crisis, but Putin said the ships allowed to dock at Greek Cypriot ports would mostly be used in international anti-terrorism and piracy efforts.
"I don't think this should worry anyone," he said.
Greek Cyprus, which is heavily dependent on Russian investment, played down Wednesday's deal, saying Russian ships had always had access to its ports. A government source said it was simply the first time access had been spelled out in a separate accord.
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