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Israel Launches Missile Strike Against Iran
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US officials say, a move that threatens to escalate regional conflict further. Iranian state media are citing unconfirmed reports of explosions in the central province of Isfahan.
Iranian news reports say that...
Diplomacy
Leaders of Greece and Turkey to Meet in Ankara
The leaders of Greece and Turkey are scheduled to meet on May 13th in Ankara. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced he would meet his Turkish counterpart President Recep Tayyip Erdogan next month at the culmination of a two-day...
Sports
Paris Olympics Threatened by Cyberattacks
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Commentary by Neli Rašović, Vice-President of Women4Cyber Montenegro
As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, it's crucial to recognize the multifaceted challenges posed by cybersecurity threats. While the Games symbolize unity, excellence, and global celebration, they also...
Greek News
Greece Plans to Deploy Anti-Drone System Similar to Israel’s Iron Dome
Greece plans to deploy an anti-drone system similar to the Israeli Iron Dome, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias revealed on Wednesday.
Speaking on SKAI TV Dendias said that the "plan is under way."
He added that by observing the wars in Ukraine...
Economy
Workers in Greece Strike in Protest to the Rising Cost of Living
Labor Unions in Greece have called a 24-hour strike on Wednesday in protest of the rise in the cost of living that affects hundreds of thousands of workers.
"We cannot live with dignity" is the central message of the protest...
Environment
Greece ‘First in Europe’ to Ban Bottom Trawling in All Marine Protected Areas
Greece will ban bottom trawling in all of its marine protected areas by 2030, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Tuesday, making the the country the first in Europe to announce such a ban.
Speaking at the Our Ocean...
Greek News
Olympic Flame Begins Journey From Ancient Greece to Paris
The Olympic Flame, the symbol of the Olympic Games, is being lit on Tuesday in Ancient Olympia and begins its long journey to Paris for the Summer Olympics.
Some 600 dignitaries attend the ceremony, headed by Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou...
Diplomacy
Israel Versus Iran: Geopolitical Implications for Greece
The increasingly tense standoff between Iran and Israel, which now threatens to escalate into open conflict, poses several distinct challenges for Greece.
Given Greece's geostrategically important position at the maritime crossroads between Asia, Africa, and Europe, any wider conflagration in...
Diaspora
Thousands Attend Greek Independence Day Parade in New York
Thousands of Greek-Americans and others descended onto Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue in New York on Sunday, April 14, to watch the traditional parade.
Greek News
Cruise Ship Cancels Santorini Visit Due to Overcrowding
A massive cruise ship that can carry thousands of guests announced over the weekend it is canceling its planned visit to Santorini due to overcrowding.
The Sun Princess, a cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, has notified its guests that...
Diplomacy
Iran Strike on Israel Intercepted, Attack Concluded as World Watches
Iran's air strike on Israel has been intercepted during the night and Iran said their retaliation attack on Israel has concluded.
Military
Iran Launches Attack on Israel With Drones and Missiles
Iran has officially launched an attack on Israel with dozens of drones, sources from both countries stated on Saturday evening European time.
Diaspora
Greek Flag Proudly Raised in New York Prior to Annual Parade
On Friday, two days before the annual Greek parade in New York celebrating Greek Independence, the ceremony of raising the Greek flag at Bowling Green, Manhattan, took place as part of the official events.
The ceremony's highlight was the presence...
Business
Greece Faces Probe Over EU Recovery Funds Fraud
Greek and EU authorities are investigating allegations of fraud linked to the way €2.5 billion in EU funds has been awarded to just 10 companies in Greece, Politico revealed earlier this week.
The funds are related to the EU Recovery...
Greek News
Golden Visa Applications Surge as Americans ‘Flirt’ With a Greek Passport
Golden Visa applications in Greece are surging before the changes introduced recently take effect, as reports say that wealthy Americans are increasingly looking for supplementary passports.
New applications for five-year residence permits through the Golden Visa program continue unabated in...