Vandalism of Greek military cemetery in FYROM

18.3.2013

Question for written answer E-003001-13
to the Commission
Rule 117
Maria Eleni Koppa (S&D)

Incidents such as the recent desecration of a Greek military cemetery in the town of Valentovo in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FRYOM) seriously undermine efforts which Athens and Skopje are making to establish a climate of confidence in relations between them and conflict with the concept of good neighbourly relations.

In light of the above, will the Commission say if it is aware of this particular incident and if it intends to ask the FYROM authorities to roundly condemn this appalling behaviour and ensure that the case is investigated thoroughly and the damage to the Greek cemetery repaired?

OJ C 11 E, 15/01/2014