Child health booklets go digital
Child health booklets will go digital as of Tuesday, following the signing of a relevant joint ministerial decision, a meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office heard on Monday.
US imposes sanctions on Gruevski and other Western Balkans figures
The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on seven people in the Western Balkans it accused of being a “threat to regional stability,” including Nikola Gruevski, who was prime minister of North Macedonia from 2006 to 2016.
Prosecutors order new forensic examination of sisters’ deaths
Prosecutors have ordered a new forensic examination into the deaths of two young sisters whose mother is charged with murdering another daughter from the same family.
Polish fashion retailer LPP to enter Greek market
Poland’s biggest fashion retailer, LPP, said on Monday it would strengthen its presence in the European Union, including Greece, shifting focus after suspending its business in Ukraine and closing stores in Russia.
Alt FM to attend EU General Affairs Council meeting on Tuesday
Alternate Foreign Minister Responsible for European issues, Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, will participate in the EU General Affairs Council that will convene in Luxembourg on Tuesday.
Pair of Turkish F-16 fly over Greek islands including Chios
A pair of Turkish F-16 fighter jets flew over several Greek islands on Monday afternoon, including the north-eastern tip of large island of Chios.
Will sanctions on Russia be effective?
More than a month into the deplorable invasion of Ukraine, the conflict appears to be quickly becoming a war of attrition and far from the swift victory that Russia expected.
Man arrested on suspicion of migrant smuggling
A 65-year-old man was arrested in the northern Greek city of Kilkis on Monday on suspicion of attempting to smuggle seven Syrian nationals across the border. The man was found in possession of 640 euros and a cell phone, with officers confiscating everything.
Covid-19 deaths rise to 72, new cases remain low
Greek health authorities announced 6,926 new cases of Covid-19 and 72 virus-related deaths during their daily briefing on Monday, up from 51 on Sunday. The National Organization for Public Health (EODY) also stated that there are currently 359 intubated patients being treated in Intensive Care Units.
Police request travel ban for Marseille fans ahead of PAOK clash
The Hellenic Police have filed an official request on Monday for a complete travel ban of Olympique Marseille fans ahead of the rematch with PAOK in Thessaloniki on Thursday for the Europa Conference League.