Athens is weighing whether to join a proposed Peace Council promoted by US President Donald Trump, with the Greek government leaning against participation as it consults closely with EU partners.
Trump has invited around 60 countries, including Cyprus and Australia, to sign on to the initiative, originally framed as a mechanism to maintain peace in Gaza, but Greek officials are concerned the proposal goes beyond UN Security Council Resolution 2803, expanding its scope beyond Gaza and lacking a defined timeframe.
Athens is examining the plan from political and legal perspectives, also factoring in Greece’s role as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council.
Within the EU, Germany and France are inclined to reject the invitation, while Hungary and Albania have signalled they will participate.
Trump is reported to have secured the backing of at least 10 countries.
Greek officials face a dilemma, as declining the invitation could strain relations with Washington, while accepting it could undermine the role of the United Nations.
