Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Greek Foreign Minister Giorgios Gerapetritis held a high-level discussion on Wednesday to review the partnership between Washington and Athens. The conversation underscored the significance of their bilateral relationship, particularly in the context of regional and global security challenges.

According to Anadolu Agency, the phone call between the diplomats focused on the importance of bilateral cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean. Rubio emphasized Greece's role as a "stalwart NATO ally" and highlighted the mutual benefits of strengthened ties. The discussion also reaffirmed the "strength" of the relationship across various sectors, including defense, energy, technology, and law enforcement, as stated by State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott.

The Greek Foreign Ministry noted that the phone call highlighted the "longstanding depth of strategic relations" between the two nations. Greece was recognized as a "regional pillar of peace and stability," a role it has consistently played in its geopolitical sphere. Additionally, the discussions touched on recent developments in the Middle East, as well as the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, highlighting the complex international landscape both countries are navigating.