Police crackdown on western Attica leads to multiple arrests
A large-scale police operation took place on Wednesday morning in western Attica as part of a crackdown on crime in the wider region.
Police recovers AK-47 rifle after car chase in western Attica
A dramatic police chase unfolded in Zefyri, western Attica late Tuesday night following reports of gunfire.
EU support is enough to impose Chinese EV tariffs, sources say
Greece, France, Italy and Poland will vote on Friday for tariffs of up to 45% on imports of electric vehicles (EVs) made in China, sources said, enough to get the European Union proposal passed in a move likely to increase trade tensions with Beijing.
Hamas claims responsibility for Jaffa killings
Hamas’ military wing has claimed responsibility for a mass shooting in Tel Aviv that left seven people dead, including a Greek national, and many others wounded.
Entry criteria expanded for military schools
In a notable policy shift, the Ministry of Defense has announced that beginning with the 2026 nationwide examinations, students from all scientific disciplines will be able to apply for military academies.
Onassis Stegi Block Party | Athens | October 3
Back for another one of those block-rockin’ parties, Onassis Stegi (107 Syngrou) will host its annual seasonal neighborhood bash in Neos Kosmos.
President Sakellaropoulou receives democracy award from Athens mayor
The President of Greece, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, received the “City of Athens Democracy Award” on Wednesday from the Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, during the Athens Democracy Forum.
Former mayor found guilty of breach of trust over €4 mln deficit released pending appeal
A former mayor and an official accused of breach of trust in relation to a 4-million euro deficit in his municipality’s coffers has been sentenced to five years’ imprisonment but released pending appeal.
Greece to spend 20 bln euros on lifting low birth rate
Greece, which saw its lowest number of births in 2022, plans to spend 20 billion euros ($22 billion) through 2035 on incentives to halt the decline, including cash benefits and tax breaks, its family ministry said.
AmCham report: Property sector growth set to continue
Economic stability and ever-growing tourism are set to see the local real estate market maintain its growth in the next few months.