Greece
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Beyond the Caldera: Why Travelers are Rethinking Santorini in 2026
As cruise itineraries diversify and travelers seek alternatives to high-traffic hubs, Santorini’s dominance in Greek tourism faces a notable shift in 2026.
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EPPO Seeks Immunity Lift for 11 Greek MEPs in Subsidy Fraud Probe
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office has requested the Greek Parliament lift the immunity of 11 current MEPs implicated in a large-scale fraud scheme involving agricultural subsidies via OPEKEPE.
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Greece launches $300M aid package amid energy crisis
Athens unveils a €300 million support plan for citizens and businesses, including fuel subsidies and farmer aid, to combat rising energy and fertilizer costs.
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Harry Maguire Receives Reduced Suspended Sentence in Greek Retrial
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was handed a reduced 15-month suspended sentence by a Greek court in his retrial over a 2020 Mykonos incident. He denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.
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Seven PAOK Fans Dead in Romania Accident, Greek PM Offers Condolences
Seven fans of the Greek football club PAOK have died in a tragic road accident near Timișoara, Romania, prompting Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to express profound shock and offer government support.
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Maria Sakkari Conquers Raducanu, Propels Greece to United Cup Quarterfinals for Third Time
Maria Sakkari secured her first-ever victory against Emma Raducanu, clinching a crucial win that, alongside Stefanos Tsitsipas’s triumph, propelled Greece into the United Cup quarterfinals for the third time in four editions.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Athens Arrival: Unconventional Diplomacy Sparks Global Buzz
Kimberly Guilfoyle, the new U.S. Ambassador to Greece, has rapidly become a dominant figure in Athenian public life, blending high-profile political connections, active business involvement, and an unconventional social presence, sparking widespread admiration and debate.
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Critical Technical Failure at Athens FIR Disrupts Flights Across Greece
A major technical malfunction affecting central radio frequency systems at the Athens Flight Information Region has brought Greek air travel to a standstill, grounding flights and causing widespread disruptions across the nation’s airports on January 4, 2026.
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Scotland’s Vital Win Over Greece: Full Analysis
Scotland secures a crucial 3-1 victory against Greece in World Cup qualifiers, keeping their playoff hopes alive and demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
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Wildfires Rage in Athens Amidst Scorching Heatwave
A devastating wildfire swept through Kryoneri, a northern suburb of Athens, forcing evacuations as Greece battles extreme heat and high winds. Authorities remain on high alert as the risk of further fires persists.
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Greece Faces Devastating Wildfires Amid Scorching Heatwave
Greece has been grappling with a series of wildfires, forcing mass evacuations in Crete and areas around Athens. Authorities are on high alert as extreme weather conditions persist, fueling fire risks across the country.
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Greek Speaker Calls Genocide History’s Darkest Page
Hellenic Parliament Speaker Nikitas Kaklamanis called the Armenian Genocide one of history’s darkest pages, criticized Turkey’s denial, and urged shared remembrance on the 110th anniversary.
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Kalamata, Greece Commemorates Armenian Genocide 110th Anniversary
Kalamata, Greece, marked the 110th Armenian Genocide anniversary with a municipal event at a memorial, attended by officials and clergy, including Armenian Ambassador Mkrtchyan.
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Armenia Unveils New Bullpup Rifle for DEFEA 2025
Armenian firearm manufacturer Maktes Arms has announced the development of a new bullpup rifle, identified as the T-AB 1A in promotional materials. This domestically designed and produced firearm will be officially presented at the DEFEA 2025 exhibition in Athens, Greece,…
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Greece Train Crash Anniversary: Athens Protests Turn Violent Amid Censure Motion
Protests in Athens marking the 2nd anniversary of Greece’s deadly train crash turned violent as demonstrators clashed with police during a censure motion debate.