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Greece brakes diplomatic relations with the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, Bulgaria, and Turkey). Greece was deeply divided during World War I, with King Constantine I advocating for neutrality and Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos favoring the Entente (Britain, France, Russia). The Allies, particularly Britain and France, exerted significant pressure on Greece to join their cause, even resorting to a naval blockade. On June 11. 1917, King Constantine I abdicated in favor of his son Alexander, who supported Venizelos, opening the door for Greece's policy change. Greece officially declared war on the Central Powers on June 30, 1917.