Greece–Israel relations

Bilateral relations Greek-Israeli relations refers to the bilateral relations between Greece and Israel . Since May 1991, diplomatic relations between the two countries have been upgraded from Diplomatic Representation to Embassy level. Greece is represented in Israel through its embassy in Tel Aviv , its Consulate General in Jerusalem , and an honorary consulate in Haifa . Israel is represented in Greece through its embassy in Athens . Whilst relations between the two countries have been less warm in the late 20th century, since 2008 they have become the strongest relations in the Eastern Mediterranean . Israel and Greece consider each other as their stronger collaborator in the aspects of military, intelligence, economy and culture. Both countries are part of the Energy Triangle which referred to the extraction of oil and gas from both Israel and Cyprus by 2015, which will be delivered to mainland Europe with a pipeline through Greece. Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs "What a gas! - Israel's new gas finds may affect its strategic friendships too" . The Economist . 2010-11-11 .

Diplomatic relations between the Hellenic Republic and the State of Israel Bilateral relations Greece–Israel relations refers to the bilateral relationship between the Hellenic Republic and the State of Israel . Relations between Greece and Israel were strained during the late 20th century, but since 2008 they have become of the strongest in the Eastern Mediterranean . Israel and Greece consider each other as strong collaborators in the aspects of military, intelligence, economy and culture. Both countries are part of the Energy Triangle , which referred to the extraction of oil and gas from both Israel and Cyprus by 2015, which will be delivered to mainland Europe with a pipeline through Greece. The deterioration of Israel's relations with Turkey following the Gaza flotilla raid has heavily contributed to the strengthening of Greek-Israeli relations. Greece and Israel today enjoy excellent diplomatic relations. Both countries are partners in the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and members of the Union for the Mediterranean , the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other international organizations. Israel is the second largest importer of Greek products in the Middle East. Relations between the two countries are also reinforced by the over two millennia old Jewish presence in Greece (see Romaniotes ), while Jerusalem is home to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem , one of the original five Pentarchies of early Christianity . The Economist . 2010-11-11 . Historical Dictionary of the Arab-Israeli Conflict .

Bilateral relations Greece–Israel relations are the bilateral relationship between the Hellenic Republic and the State of Israel . Relations between the two countries were strained during the late 20th century, as Greece maintained strong relations and support of Palestine, which remains steadfast. The Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs defines this as evident of the "longstanding and consistent position of our country on the Palestinian Question . However, since 2008 relations with Israel have thawed, and have been among the strongest in the Eastern Mediterranean . Israel and Greece consider each other as collaborators in the aspects of military, intelligence and economy. Both countries are part of the Energy Triangle , which referred to the extraction of oil and gas from both Israel and Cyprus by 2015, which will be delivered to mainland Europe with a pipeline through Greece. The deterioration of Israel's relations with Turkey following the Gaza flotilla raid has heavily contributed to the strengthening of Greek-Israeli relations. Greece and Israel today enjoy positive diplomatic relations and consider each other an ally. Both countries are partners in the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and members of the Union for the Mediterranean , the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other international organizations. Israel is the second largest importer of Greek products in the Middle East. Relations between the two countries are also reinforced by the over two millennia old Jewish presence in Greece (see Romaniotes ), while Jerusalem is home to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem , which was recognized as a patriarchate in 451 by the Council of Chalcedon , and is one of the five patriarchates of the Pentarchy recognized by Justinian in the 6th century. "Greece has historical ties of friendship and solidarity with the Palestinian people, Ambassador Toubassi says" . The Economist . 2010-11-11 . Historical Dictionary of the Arab-Israeli Conflict . The Times of Israel . 15 April 2021 .

Bilateral relations Greece–Israel relations are the bilateral relationship between the Hellenic Republic and the State of Israel . Greece and Israel today enjoy positive and extensive diplomatic relations and consider each other an ally. Israel and Greece consider each other as collaborators in the aspects of military, intelligence and economy. Both countries are part of the Energy Triangle , which referred to the extraction of oil and gas from both Israel and Cyprus by 2015, which will be delivered to mainland Europe with a pipeline through Greece. The deterioration of Israel's relations with Turkey following the Gaza flotilla raid has heavily contributed to the strengthening of Greek-Israeli relations. Both countries are partners in the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and members of the Union for the Mediterranean , the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other international organizations. Israel is the second largest importer of Greek products in the Middle East. A mid 2024 poll shows that 61% of Greeks consider Israel an ally of Greece, which is one of the most positive ratings in the world post Gaza War . The Times of Israel . 15 April 2021 . The Economist . 2010-11-11 . Historical Dictionary of the Arab-Israeli Conflict .