The Athens meeting
The presence in Athens of leaders from most of the countries of the Western Balkans, as well as others from the wider region, strengthens Greece’s leading role in the area.
Ankara concern over delay in US sale of F-16 jets
The stalemate in Washington on the issue of the approval for the modernization and sale of the F-16s is increasingly concerning Ankara, prompting skepticism about the future of US-Turkish relations.
Indian PM Modi in Greece: A historic visit
Greece and India are systematically working to strengthen bilateral ties.
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Frontex drone crashes off the coast of Crete
An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operated by European border agency Frontex crashed at sea on Thursday, approximately 70 miles southeast of the island of Crete.
Coronavirus infections up during the week of August 14-20
New cases of SARS-CoV-2 over the week of August 14-20 were up compared to the previous week, according to the weekly report by the National Public Health Organisation (EODY), published on Thursday.
Banks seek to boost capital
Greece’s four biggest banks – Alpha, Eurobank, National and Piraeus – aim to boost their capital, even after accounting for the dividend they distribute over the next three years, and reduce their tax debt.
Police on Naxos arrest six for unauthorized beachfront occupancy
Police officers on the island of Naxos announced on Thursday the arrest of six individuals over the alleged unauthorized use of coastal areas for business or private purposes.
Foreign Ministry marks Ukraine’s Independence Day
The Foreign Ministry released a statement on Thursday marking Ukraine’s Independence Day, stressing Greece’s support for its territorial integrity and sovereignty.
120,000 hectares burned in 2023 Greece wildfires
More than 120,000 hectares of land have burned across Greece in 2023 up until Wednesday according to the National Observatory of Athens’ Meteo.gr.