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Greek sources and later analysis in Ta Nea framed this as doctrine, not an order to attack. In the scenario they describe, a crisis over maritime zones or exploration in the Aegean would escalate. Turkish forces would mobilize landing ships, drones, and ballistic missiles. Greek intelligence (EYP), using allied satellite data, would judge the threat imminent. The Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) would then decide whether to authorize action before an invasion force left port.<\/p>\n
The hypothetical first 24 hours, as reported, include electronic warfare against radars and communications, strikes by Rafale and F-16 Viper aircraft on selected airfields, and use of Spike NLOS and Exocet systems against landing craft still in harbor. Patriot batteries and new Kimon-class frigates would then try to absorb the counterstrike. International pressure for a ceasefire would follow quickly. Analysts note the obvious risk: if the intelligence is wrong, the side that fires first can be labeled the aggressor.<\/p>\n
Turkish media have treated the scenario as an exposed war plan. Headlines in outlets such as H\u00fcrriyet, Yeni \u015eafak, CNN T\u00fcrk, and Milat present it as proof that Athens intends to hit first. Greek officials and commentators insist the opposite: the point of talking about deep-strike capability is to deter Turkey from creating a fait accompli in the Aegean, not to start a war. Both countries remain NATO members; any actual clash would carry enormous political and alliance costs.<\/p>\n
The episode fits a familiar pattern. Public remarks on deterrence in Athens become \u201cattack plans\u201d in Ankara, while Turkish exercises and \u201cBlue Homeland\u201d rhetoric are read in Greece as preparation for a sudden grab. The underlying disputes\u2014islands, continental shelf, EEZ, militarization, energy cables\u2014have not been resolved. A theoretical scenario is now being used as a political weapon on both sides of the Aegean.<\/p>\n
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