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diplomacy2 years ago•1 min saved

"UK-Greece Marbles Dispute: King Charles' Tie Raises Eyebrows as PM Attempts to Smooth Relations"

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis seeks to mend ties with the UK after a heated dispute over the return of the Parthenon Marbles, following British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak abruptly canceling a meeting. Mitsotakis expressed his desire to move past the incident and preserve the longstanding good relations between the two countries. Meanwhile, Greek media noted that King Charles III wore a tie bearing the Greek flag during a meeting with Sunak in Dubai, adding to the frenzy surrounding the diplomatic row.

via POLITICO Europe|

#diplomacy #diplomatic-row #greece

diplomacy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sunak's Marbles Mishap: Fallout and Economic Blowback"

UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak faced criticism for his handling of the diplomatic dispute with Greece over the custody of the Parthenon Marbles. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed disappointment over Sunak's decision to cancel their meeting, but believed it would not impact bilateral ties. Opposition leader Keir Starmer accused Sunak of "losing his marbles" and engaging in "small politics." The marbles, currently housed in the British Museum, were removed from Athens in the 19th century. The UK and Greece have been in a briefing war over the canceled visit, with conflicting claims about the issue's discussion.

via POLITICO Europe|

#diplomacy #diplomatic-spat #greece

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"UK-Greece Meeting Cancelled Amid Parthenon Marbles Dispute"

Talks between UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis were derailed after Sunak abruptly cancelled their meeting, which was supposed to address the long-standing dispute over the Elgin Marbles. Greece wants Britain to return the 2,500-year-old sculptures taken from the Parthenon temple, while Britain denies they were stolen. Mitsotakis expressed displeasure at the cancellation, accusing Sunak of avoiding the issue. The British government maintains ownership of the marbles and has no plans to change its approach, while Greece has been pushing for a loan arrangement for their return.

via Al Jazeera English|

#cultural-heritage #diplomatic-dispute #greece

diplomacy2 years ago•2 min saved

"UK's Sunak Cancels Greek PM Meeting Amid Parthenon Marbles Dispute"

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak canceled a meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, leading to a diplomatic dispute between the two countries. Greece accused the UK of avoiding discussions on the contested Parthenon Marbles, which Greece has long demanded to be returned from the British Museum. Mitsotakis expressed his displeasure at the cancellation and declined an alternative meeting with British Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden. The Parthenon Marbles, taken by British diplomat Lord Elgin in the 19th century, have been displayed in the British Museum for over 200 years.

via DW (English)|

#diplomacy #greece #kyriakos-mitsotakis

diplomacy2 years ago•2 min saved

"UK-Greece Meeting Cancelled Amid Diplomatic Dispute Over Parthenon Sculptures"

The planned meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was cancelled, leading to a diplomatic spat between Greece and Britain. Mitsotakis accused Sunak of avoiding discussions on the contested Parthenon Marbles, which Greece has long demanded to be returned from the British Museum. The British government confirmed the cancellation and stated that Mitsotakis would instead meet with Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden. The dispute over the sculptures, which were removed from Greece by Lord Elgin in the 19th century, remains unresolved, with Greece seeking their return and the British Museum maintaining its position that they are legally owned and should remain in London.

via Euronews|

#diplomacy #diplomatic-spat #greece

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sunak's Cancelled Meeting with Greek PM Fuels Elgin Marbles Row"

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis criticized British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for canceling their scheduled meeting, escalating the long-standing dispute over the return of the Parthenon Marbles. The marbles were taken from Athens by Lord Elgin in the 19th century and have been housed in the British Museum since then. Talks between the museum and Greek officials last year discussed a potential loan arrangement, but Sunak ruled out any permanent return. Mitsotakis recently met with UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer to discuss the issue, expressing frustration with the lack of progress.

via POLITICO Europe|

#british-museum #dispute #greek-prime-minister