Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Greece this week, his first trip to an EU country in more than a year.
The powerful Russian head of state will meet with Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras and Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos.
According to a Kremlin announcement, energy issue will also be on the agenda of talks.
His visit comes amid the 1,000-year anniversary of the Russian Orthodox presence on Mount Athos, the announcement added.
Russian Patriach Kyril will arrive on Mount Athos at the end of the month as well in order to participate in the relevant celebrations.
