The Greek-Turkish dispute invites NATO maneuvers in the Mediterranean

(BRUSSELS2) Greece will participate with a ship, the frigate "Hydra" (F-452), in the NATO operation " Active Endeavor , focusing on the control of illegal transport of weapons, which takes place in the Eastern Mediterranean. Apparently trivial event except that the exercise takes place very close to where Cyprus is drilling for gas. Maritime region disputed by Turkey which sent frigates to patrol the area. According to the Greek press, Greece wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to be present in the region and to control Turkish actions.