Hahn resigns as EU’s special envoy for Cyprus
Johannes Hahn has resigned from his position as EU Special Envoy for the Cyprus issue, citing other pending commitments, the European Commission has said.
Metro and tram restricted for Independence Day
Athens metro and tram services will be restricted on Tuesday and Wednesday, authorities said, due to parades marking Greek Independence Day on March 25.
Greek Australian writers’ festival returns to Sydney for fifth year
The Greek Australian Writers’ Festival is returning to Sydney on April 19 for its fifth year, showcasing a wide array of works by Greek Australian authors, The Greek Herald reported.
Tsitsipas complains about lights as he crashes out of Miami Open
Stefanos Tsitsipas suffered one of the heaviest defeats of his career on Monday, losing 6-0, 6-1 to Arthur Fils in just 55 minutes at the Miami Open.
Tempe train crash trial adjourned to April 1 amid courtroom disputes
The trial over Greece’s deadliest rail disaster was adjourned on Monday and is set to resume on April 1, after repeated interruptions and objections over courtroom conditions.
Greek security council approves purchase of air defense system, upgrade of F-16 jets
Greece’s security council, KYSEA, approved on Monday the purchase of a three-billion euro multi-layer air and drone defense system and the upgrade of 38 F-16 fighter jets, the country’s defense minister said on Monday.
Patriots boost Greece’s regional standing
Greece’s deployment of Patriot missile systems abroad and at home has bolstered its diplomatic standing, even as Athens navigates competing pressures between the United States and Europe, according to officials.
Vazelon Monastery revival effort
After years of neglect, efforts are moving forward on studies to restore the Greek Vazelon Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Anatolia, located in Pontus near Trabzon.