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Theodorikakos: 25,000 asylum-seekers kept out of Greece in August
Authorities have prevented some 25,000 people from entering Greece illegally in less than a month, a minister said Wednesday, accusing Turkey of channeling asylum-seekers toward the country.
Greece struck by almost 50,000 lightning strikes, 100 millilitres of rain
Large storms struck large parts of continental Greece and the islands of the Aegean for a second day on Wednesday.
Chamber Music Festival | Saronic Gulf
Bringing together world-class performers joining the Leondari Ensemble, the Saronic Chamber Music Festival (saronicfestival.com) is a treat for classical aficionados.
Ambassador Demiris confirmed as new chief of Greek intelligence service
Ambassador Themistocles Demiris was confirmed as new chief of the National Intelligence Service by the Greek Parliament’s Special Permanent Committee on Institutions and Transparency at a closed-door hearing on Wednesday.
Greece reaffirms solidarity with Ukraine in message for Ukraine Independence Day
The Greek foreign ministry reaffirmed Greece’s solidarity with Ukraine and its commitment to the country’s sovereignty and independence in a message marking Ukraine’s Independence Day on Wednesday.
Man killed in Halkidiki car accident
A 29-year-old man was killed in Halkidiki, northern Greece, in the early hours of Wednesday morning after the car he was driving hit a truck. The exact circumstances of the accident are still being investigated by the local Polygyros Traffic Police department.
Greek PM meets Sarbanes at Maximos Mansion
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday met with US Representative John Sarbanes at Maximos Mansion.
Thessaloniki prosecutor orders probe into ‘exorcisms’
A prosecutor in Thessaloniki on Wednesday ordered a police investigation into reports that a religious group has been carrying out “exorcisms” at key public locations in the northern port city.
National weather service issues storm warning
Storms bringing lightning, thunder, powerful downpours and hail will be hitting many parts of Greece on Wednesday, the country’s weather service, EMY, has warned in an emergency bulletin.