Pedestrians, vehicles banned in parts of Halkidiki due to fire risk
Local authorities have imposed a ban on pedestrians and vehicles in areas of Halkidiki, northern Greece, until 8 a.m. on Monday, due to the very high risk of forest fires.
Man accused of starting blaze in Achaia to testify Monday
A 25-year-old man, accused of starting one of the blazes that consumed the region of Achaia earlier this week, was given time until Monday to testify before an investigative magistrate.
European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine after Trump-Putin talks
Several European leaders on Saturday jointly pledged to continue support for Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia until the war in Ukraine ends, after a summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Three men to face magistrates over arson cases in Patra
Three men accused of setting fires in Patra, Western Greece are scheduled to appear before magistrates this weekend, authorities said.
Two arrested in Rhodes over accident in amusement park ride
The owner of an amusement park on the island of Rhodes, in the eastern Aegean, and a ride operator were arrested on Saturday after seating collapsed on the tagada ride, ejecting four people at high-speed.
Tweaked Paros luxury resort plan resurfaces
A scaled-down plan for a luxury resort on the island of Paros has returned to the Council of State for review, two years after the court rejected a larger version.
Is Israel risking overplaying its hand? Gaza, the Middle East & Europe’s response
Is Israel risking overplaying its hand in Gaza and the Middle East, and, as European countries like France and Britain move to recognize Palestine, what are the broader ramifications for the region?
‘Like a bomb had fallen’: Patra’s residents recount the night of fire
“I was terrified. We have small fires every year. But for the first time, Patra was surrounded by fire. The sky had turned black.”
Multiple regions on fire watch
The General Secretariat for Civil Protection has issued a “very high” fire risk warning (category 4) for Saturday, across multiple regions.
Migrant arrivals resume after lull
Greek authorities rescued 119 migrants in three incidents over a recent 24-hour period, ending several days of zero arrivals. All were transported to the port of Iraklio, Crete.