Greece is preparing to extend its territorial waters on the island of Crete from 6 miles to 12 miles.

Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said about this, APA's Istanbul correspondent reports.

He noted that his country will never accept this step.

Minister Akar also rejected the words of Greek politicians that "Turkey is a threat to Greece".

"As Turkey, we did not threaten anyone. We never threatened Greece. Turkey is a strong, reliable and effective ally. We want a strong Turkey, a strong NATO, a strong alliance," the minister stressed.