67-year-old arrested for allegedly killing 95-year-old father
A 67-year-old man has been arrested in the Aetolia-Acarnania region on suspicion of killing his 95-year-old father late Tuesday.
Migrant return rules get tougher
The European Commission has proposed a new regulation aimed at tightening the bloc’s return procedures for migrants who reside illegally in the EU.
Experts warn of high fire risk after dry winter
Greek scientists are sounding the alarm ahead of the 2025 fire season, citing a persistently dry winter that has left forests and suburban green zones vulnerable.
Europe’s human rights watchdog urges Greece to end summary deportation of migrants
Greece was urged Tuesday to implement stronger legal safeguards at its borders and adopt a “zero-tolerance approach to summary returns” as reports of illegal deportations of migrants continue despite mounting international criticism. Michael O’Flaherty, the Council of Europe’s commissioner for human rights, issued the recommendations following a visit to Greece in February. “The commissioner is…
New corruption case rocks land registry
Greek authorities have uncovered a new corruption case within public land registry offices in Attica, following an investigation by the Internal Affairs Division of the Hellenic Police.
Greece bids farewell to veteran diplomat Petros Molyviatis
Draped in the Greek flag he served under throughout a storied career, the body of veteran diplomat and politician Petros Molyviatis arrived in Kifissia in northern Athens on Tuesday morning.
Turkey crackdown on Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu, Erdogan’s main rival
Jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is fighting a series of legal battles on charges of corruption, insulting officials and terrorism links amid a widening crackdown on the opposition in Turkey.
Athenian skies darken under Saharan dust dome
A dense dome of Saharan dust blanketed the Attica basin and southeastern Greece on Tuesday, creating a hazy atmosphere that is expected to intensify through Thursday, meteorologists said.
The games of democratic Athens were as great as the Ancient Olympics
The Olympic Games immediately spring to mind when people think about sport in ancient Greece.
Greece leverages defense spending to underscore US alignment
Greece is stepping up efforts to underscore its strategic value to the United States, highlighting its role in Southeastern Europe and NATO’s southern flank, while reminding Washington that the US defense industry remains a key supplier to the Greek Armed Forces – not only for major platforms like the F-35 fighter jet, but also for…