Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Thursday afternoon held separate phone calls with the leaders of Israel and Lebanon, Benjamin Netanyahu and Joseph Aoun, respectively, reportedly emphasizing the importance of maintaining an agreed-to ceasefire between the two states.

During the talks, Mitsotakis was briefed on the latest developments in Lebanon and welcomed the agreement on a 10-day ceasefire between the two sides. He stressed that preserving the truce is critical for stability and peace in the wider region.

The Greek prime minister also underlined the need for the Lebanese government to exercise full sovereignty across its entire territory, highlighting the importance of state control amid ongoing conflict.

Reaffirming Greece’s diplomatic positioning, Mitsotakis noted that Athens maintains a strategic relationship with Israel and excellent relations with Lebanon, while expressing Greece’s readiness to assist wherever needed.

As part of expanded diplomatic efforts, Mitsotakis and Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis are expected to hold separate meetings with Palestinian Authority first vice-president Hussein al-Sheikh, who is currently visiting Athens.

Netanyahu cites ‘historic opportunity’

Earlier, ahead of the calls, Netanyahu confirmed that Israel had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire with Lebanon, set to come into effect at midnight. He described the moment as a potential opportunity for a “historic peace agreement” between the two sides.

The developments come amid heightened tensions in the region, with international attention focused on whether the temporary truce can pave the way for a more lasting settlement.