Construction projects risk cancellation due to high costs
A multitude of construction projects run the risk of being canceled, with the possible loss of European subsidies too, as the cost of raw materials and fuel has soared in recent months.
Ukraine: Ceasefire possible but questionably sustainable
As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hastily seeks expedited negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian neutrality surfaces as a possible foundation for an agreement to end the fighting between Russia and Ukraine. However, its sustainability remains highly questionable.
EU leaders to agree to jointly buy gas, LNG this year: summit draft statement
Leaders from European Union countries will agree at a summit this week to jointly purchase gas, liquefied natural gas and hydrogen ahead of next winter, according to a draft of their summit statement.
Hellenic Fire Service tackling large Messinia fire
The Hellenic Fire Service has responded tp and is in the process of tackling a large fire in the administrative region of Messinia in the Peloponnese on Tuesday. According to information, there are currently 47 firefighters and 13 vehicles operating on scene.
Police officer dies of self-inflicted gun injury
A police officer serving at the monastic community of Mount Athos in northern Greece died on Tuesday morning of a self-inflicted gun injury.
Tax authority probing suspicious rental rate hikes
Thousands of landlords are the focus of the tax administration that suspects they raised their nominal rent during the lockdowns, while inspectors have identified leased property declarations that do not correspond to the actual owner.
Covid outbreak reported at maximum-security wing of Domokos Prison
At least 18 of some 60 inmates being held in the maximum-security wing of Domokos Prison in central Greece have tested positive for Covid-19, reports on Tuesday indicated.
Greek diplomatic envoys in Ukraine deserve medals, says FM
Members of the Greek diplomatic mission in war-torn Ukraine should be given a medal for their bravery and work in evacuation efforts, Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias said on Tuesday.
Ukraine war set to delay EU sustainable farming plans
The European Commission may delay the publication of proposals on sustainable farming and nature that had been expected this week, while the impact of the war in Ukraine on food supply has led some countries to resist reform.
ECB should consider Greece’s progress in key bond decision, says de Guindos
The European Central Bank should consider Greece’s economic progress when it decides whether to keep granting it funding despite its ‘junk’ credit rating in the coming days, the ECB’s vice-president Luis de Guindos said on Tuesday.