Χειρισμός κρίσεων και εθνική στρατηγική αποτροπής : η κρίση στον Έβρο το 2020

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Abstract
The present dissertation examines the phenomenon of international crises and their management, with particular emphasis on the Evros crisis in 2020, within the framework of Greece’s national deterrence strategy. The aim of the study is to analyze this specific case in order to evaluate the strategies adopted by the Greek side, identify the characteristics of the crisis phenomenon, and draw useful conclusions for both crisis management theory and its practical application.
The study is based on an extensive literature review of crisis, management, and deterrence theories, combined with qualitative analysis of secondary sources, official statements, and public communications by the involved parties. The causes, characteristics, and phases of international crises are analyzed, as well as the strategic management approaches formulated to prevent escalation and armed conflict. In particular, the research focuses on the Greek-Turkish tensions at the Evros border in 2020, when Greece was called upon to manage a multi-dimensional crisis – political, diplomatic, and humanitarian – with Turkey employing the migration issue as a means of pressure. Greece’s response, through the reinforcement of border security, diplomatic initiatives, and the internationalization of the issue, is categorized within defensive deterrence strategies.
The conclusions of the study confirm the importance of immediate and coordinated crisis management, international allied support, and the decisive presence of deterrent mechanisms at national borders. The experience at Evros is highlighted as a representative case of effectively applying deterrence strategy and managing an international crisis under conditions of increased pressure.


