Greek MEP Nikolaos Anadiotis (NI) has submitted a parliamentary question to the EU's foreign policy chief, warning that Turkey's planned 'Blue Homeland' bill would unilaterally assert maritime claims in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, infringing on the sovereign rights of EU member states Greece and Cyprus. The question, filed on 21 May 2026, calls on the High Representative to assess the escalation and consider consequences including financial measures, Customs Union adjustments, or sanctions similar to those imposed on Russia.
Anadiotis cites Turkish media reports that the bill, expected in June 2026, would formally enshrine the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, which claims extensive Turkish exclusive economic zone (EEZ) rights in areas overlapping with Greek and Cypriot jurisdiction. The MEP argues this violates the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and threatens regional stability.
Concrete asks and policy direction The question contains three specific demands: an assessment of the bill's impact on Greek and Cypriot rights; a warning to Ankara that adoption would harm EU-Turkey relations, including financial tools and the Customs Union; and consideration of political, diplomatic, or sanctions measures, drawing a parallel to EU action against Russia. The MEP does not propose numerical targets but seeks a clear EU stance and potential punitive steps.
Expected follow-up The High Representative is expected to reply within approximately six weeks. The answer will signal whether the EU views the bill as a serious escalation and what diplomatic or economic leverage it is prepared to use. The question puts pressure on the Commission and the European External Action Service to take a firm position ahead of the bill's expected finalisation.
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