UN in Cyprus says reaches ‘understanding’ on road dispute
The United Nations has reached an “understanding” to defuse a standoff in ethnically split Cyprus which triggered scuffles involving peacekeepers in August, its mission said on Monday.
Tattoo Expo | Athens | November 10-12
The 7th Athens Tattoo Expo at the Old OSY Depot (Ermou & Pireos, athenstattooexpo.com) will host more than 120 talented tattoo artists in an art event with live acts, DJ sets, graffiti and skate shows on November 10-12.
American Hellenic Institute condemns attack on Israel
The American Hellenic Institute condemns the unprecedented attack on Israel and stands with the innocent civilians.
Turkey’s hopes after Menendez exit are dashed
Turkey’s hopes that Senator Bob Menendez’s surrender of his chairmanship of the Foreign Relations Committee would lead Congress to quickly approve the sale of F-16 fighters and upgrade kits are being dashed.
Protest held at Israeli embassy in Athens
A protest gathering by several groups commenced on Monday evening outside the Embassy of Israel in Athens, following developments in the Gaza Strip and Israel.
‘Decent’ pension rise for judges
The government is planning to submit legislation redefining judges’ pensions, following the relevant decisions of the Court of Auditors and its indication that these are “pilot” cases, which should serve as a guide for those that follow.
EU freezes aid to Palestinians
The European Commission announced on Monday that it has put the development portfolio dedicated to the Palestinians under review and suspended all payments following the Hamas attack on Israel. The EU’s development aid for Palestinians amounts to 691 million euros.
Greece quadrupled natural gas exports to the north, says PM
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Monday following a trilateral summit in Varna, Bulgaria that together with the prime ministers of Bulgaria Nikolai Denkov and of Romania Marcel Ciolacu “and the very useful” participation of European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas, “We reaffirmed the excellent relations between our countries. We agreed to deepen our cooperation at…
Athens mayoral candidates to debate ahead of second round of electoins
A debate between the two candidates for mayor of Athens Kostas Bakoyiannis and Haris Doukas was announced on Monday.
Bryan Adams | Athens | December 5
Canadian musician Bryan Adams is set to return to Athens for what is certain to be an electrifying performance at the OAKA Olympic Indoor Sports Center on December 5.