Greek Foreign Ministry responds to Ankara on religious freedom in Thrace
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The Greek Foreign Ministry responded to Turkey's criticism regarding religious freedom in Thrace. According to the Greek side, it is hypocritical for Turkey to lecture others on this issue.
The ministry stresses that Greece is a European state governed by the rule of law. For this reason, it protects the rights of all its citizens, based on the principles of the rule of law. The Greek government considers religious freedom a fundamental right for every citizen, regardless of their religion.
The Muslim minority of Thrace is recognised by the Treaty of Lausanne, which was signed in 1923. Ankara regards the Muslims of the region as its own responsibility and often raises the issue in relations with Greece. Athens responds that minority citizens are Greek citizens with the same rights and obligations as all others.
The question of religious freedom and the minority in Thrace remains an important issue in relations between Greece and Turkey. The two countries often hold different views, and the debate continues.
Sources: η ναυτεμπορικη
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