The recent killing of 14 members of the new Syrian government’s security force, and subsequent crackdowns, marks the end of its brief honeymoon period and the start of a new phase of greater uncertainty and instability reflecting the realities of Syria’s sectarian and political divisions.
In what is arguably a pivotal moment for Middle Eastern diplomacy, Greece’s prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, is set to travel to Cairo on Wednesday for a tripartite summit with Egypt and the Republic of Cyprus.
Two suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a 34-year-old man in Serres, northern Greece, during a New Year’s Day clash in the city center, were remanded in custody on Monday.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said that eradication of the Kurdish YPG militia in Syria was “imminent,” and that Ankara would not agree to any policy that allowed the YPG to maintain a presence there.
Greeks have celebrated Epiphany with blessing of the waters ceremonies across the country.
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake was felt shortly before noon in the western Peloponnese regional units of Ilia and Messinia.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has said that Syria’s new leadership is determined to root out separatists there, as Ankara said its military had “neutralized” 32 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, in the country.
At the end of the first quarter of the 21st century, it is clear that humanity will struggle to deal with the existential threats that it faces. The past year “handed” 2025 all the dead ends that became evident in democracy, the economy and journalism.
From the sacred Feast of Theophany to the raucous carnival spirit of Kastoria and Patras, January in Greece offers a captivating journey through time and tradition.
Archbishop Anastasios of Albania is in critical condition, doctors said Sunday.