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Controversy at opera over Ukraine statement
Controversy erupted at the Greek National Opera ahead of Saturday’s performance of “Otello,” as organizers dedicated the show to war-torn Ukraine, holding a moment of silence for the victims of the conflict.
Are gas ventures to resume?
The government is shifting its focus back to hydrocarbons amid the overall swing in Europe to new natural gas sources due to the crisis in Ukraine and the urgent need for disengagement from Russian fuel.
Marchers mark International Women’s Day in Athens
Hundreds of people participated in a rally and march to mark International Women’s Day 2022 in Athens on Tuesday.
Man dies after chainsaw accident
A 47-year-old man died on Tuesday after he was injured during an accident involving the chainsaw he was using to carry out agricultural work on the island of Crete. According to information, the accident occurred at approximately 2 p.m.
Ioanian sea natural gas reserves surveys conclude successfully
A geophysical survey carried out in the northern parts of the Ionian Sea to assess natural gas reserves has concluded successfully according to an announcement by the Hellenic Hydrocarbon Resources Management (HHRM) on Tuesday.
US, French joint drills off Greece
With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine raging relentlessly, a flurry of activity is expected off the western Greek coast in coming days as the USS Harry S. Truman and the French Charles de Gaulle aircraft carriers conduct joint exercises in the Adriatic and Ionian with units of the Hellenic Navy and Air Force.
FM discusses Mariupol situation with OSCE Secretary General
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias discussed at length the situation and latest developments in the besieged Ukrainian port city of Mariupol with the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Helga Schmid in Vienna on Tuesday.
New Covid-19 cases jump up to 21,121
Greek health authorities announced 21,121 new cases of Covid-19 and 54 virus-related deaths during their daily briefing on Tuesday. The National Organization for Public Health (EODY) also stated that there are currently 365 intubated patients being treated in Intensive Care Units.
FinMin points to continued support for households and businesses
Finance Minister Christos Staikouras says that the Greek government is “already doing and will continue to do its best to reduce the negative consequences of high prices.”