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Mitsotakis on TikTok: Greek youth unemployment drops from 39.5% to 13%

February 17, 2026 | Politics
Greek PM Mitsotakis announces on TikTok that youth unemployment has plummeted from 39.5% in 2019 to 13% today, with new minimum wage increase coming by…

Kaklamanis-Mendoni agreement on Kaisariani execution photos

February 16, 2026 | Politics
Greek Parliament President and Culture Minister agree on protocol for acquiring historic photographs of 200 WWII execution victims from Kaisariani.

Greece signs historic Chevron deal for hydrocarbon exploration

February 16, 2026 | Politics
Greece signs historic hydrocarbon deal with Chevron and Helleniq Energy, positioning the country as Europe's potential gas producer and energy hub.

Zacharaki on new high school and national diploma reforms

February 16, 2026 | Politics
Greece's Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki defends national education dialogue amid opposition criticism, emphasizing need for substantial participation.

Greek government denies secret meetings with Trump envoys

February 16, 2026 | Politics
Greek government sources firmly deny secret meetings with Trump envoys occurred, clarifying visit was private diplomatic contact with US Ambassador.

SYRIZA sees government plot against Alexis Tsipras amid Stournaras interview and Presidential Palace leaks

February 16, 2026 | Politics
SYRIZA officials claim the government orchestrates attacks against Alexis Tsipras through Bank of Greece Governor's interview, alleging a coordinated plot.

MRB Poll: 24% undecided voters reveal key priorities

February 15, 2026 | Politics
New MRB poll reveals 24% of Greek voters remain undecided, with key demands for economic mobility, fair treatment, and political accountability driving their concerns.

Mitsotakis-Erdogan meeting: calm waters with major differences

February 15, 2026 | Politics
Greek PM Mitsotakis and Turkish President Erdogan met in Ankara after 18 months, agreeing on seven cooperation deals while major differences remain over Aegean Sea

GREECE

Greek taxi strike continues as talks with transport minister fail

Greek taxi strike continues as talks with transport minister fail

Greek taxi drivers continue three-day strike as negotiations with transport minister fail. SATA warns of extended protests during peak tourist season.

4 hours ago Greece

Chios shipwreck: Investigator orders inspection of tragedy vessel

Chios investigator orders recovery of migrant boat from deadly shipwreck to determine circumstances and Coast Guard involvement in Mediterranean tragedy.

4 hours ago Greece

15-year-old arrested for robbery in Nea Ionia – Two other minors sought

Teen arrested for armed robbery targeting minors in Athens suburb. Police continue manhunt for two other juvenile suspects in weekend…

5 hours ago Greece

Moving documents of the “200” of Kaisariani revealed – “They went to conquer death”

Rare photographs reveal final moments of 200 Greek resistance fighters executed by Nazi forces in 1944, showing their courage and…

5 hours ago Greece

Severe storm hits Greece with 9 Beaufort winds and flooding

Severe storm system brings 9 Beaufort winds, thunderstorms and flooding risk to Greece over next 24 hours, meteorologists warn of…

5 hours ago Greece
Tempi trial begins March 23: Why victim exhumations delayed

Tempi trial begins March 23: Why victim exhumations delayed

Tempi train crash trial starts March 23 in Greece, but victim exhumations face delays over…

5 hours ago Greece
Greek theaters to strike Friday February 20 – Staff exemptions

Greek theaters to strike Friday February 20 – Staff exemptions

Greek theater workers announce 24-hour strike on February 20, demanding collective labor agreements after 13…

6 hours ago Greece
Saint Agathangelos of Florina: The martyrdom journey of the humble shoemaker who became a symbol of faith unto death (Video)

Saint Agathangelos of Florina: The martyrdom journey of the humble shoemaker who became a symbol of faith unto death (Video)

A new video created with the help of artificial intelligence brings to life the voice…

11 hours ago Greece

ECONOMY

WORLD

India horror: gang rape of two women and murder – death penalty imposed

India horror: gang rape of two women and murder – death penalty imposed

Court in India sentences three men to death for gang rape of two women and murder of 26-year-old man near UNESCO World Heritage site in…

4 hours ago World

EU asylum rules: New agreements with third countries speed up applications

EU Parliament approves new asylum rules establishing safe country lists and third country agreements to accelerate application processing and prevent…

5 hours ago World

Epstein scandal: Prince Andrew’s Christmas cards with daughters

Prince Andrew sent Christmas cards with photos of daughters Beatrice and Eugenie to Jeffrey Epstein, contradicting claims he severed all…

6 hours ago World

Obama sparks alien controversy with shocking “yes” answer

Former President Barack Obama sparked alien controversy with a shocking "yes" answer about extraterrestrial life, then quickly backtracked with clarification.

1 day ago World

London considers social media ban for children under 16

Britain considers banning social media for under-16s, following Australia's lead. Starmer's government aims to pioneer online child safety regulations.

1 day ago World
Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu back in court over fake diploma case

Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu back in court over fake diploma case

Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu appeared in court for fake diploma charges, warning his opponents "will…

1 day ago World
Israeli 60-day ultimatum to Hamas for disarmament

Israeli 60-day ultimatum to Hamas for disarmament

Israel gives Hamas 60-day ultimatum for complete disarmament or face renewed military operations in Gaza,…

1 day ago World
Epstein case: When “I studied at Harvard” sounds suspicious

Epstein case: When “I studied at Harvard” sounds suspicious

Jeffrey Epstein maintained financial ties with Harvard through student organizations even after his 2008 conviction,…

1 day ago World