IMF warning: War fuels hunger and new wave of inflation
IMF Managing Director warns global food crisis worsening as Middle East war pushes 45 million more into hunger, threatening new inflation wave worldwide.
Economy
Oil prices near $100 per barrel amid Iran-US ceasefire uncertainty
Oil prices surge toward $100/barrel as Iran-US ceasefire uncertainty and Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions create market volatility.
Easter 2026: Banks closed for four days – How transactions will be affected
Banks will close for four consecutive days during Easter 2026, affecting branch services but keeping ATMs and digital banking options available for customers.
Fuel Pass chaos: System crashes block verification, send citizens to service centers
Greece’s Fuel Pass platform faces major technical issues as verification system crashes, forcing thousands of citizens to visit service centers for subsidies.
Oil drops below $100 after US-Iran ceasefire – Strong market rally
Oil prices drop below $100 after Trump announces Iran ceasefire. Global markets surge on de-escalation hopes as energy flows through Strait of Hormuz expected to resume.
Stavros Papastaurou on electricity: “Greece maintains supply adequacy”
Greek Energy Minister Stavros Papastaurou confirms the country maintains adequate energy supply despite Middle East tensions and Easter demand changes.
Greece accelerates early repayment of €7bn bailout loans
Greece accelerates early repayment of €7bn in bailout loans, six months ahead of schedule, as debt management strategy shifts amid Middle East crisis.
Tax exemption for vacant properties: New rules for long-term and Airbnb rentals start this year
Greece introduces three-year tax exemption for vacant property owners who convert to long-term rentals or Airbnb in 2025. Learn eligibility requirements and conditions.
Fuel Pass: Three common mistakes leading to application rejection
Fuel Pass applications continue with platform issues causing rejections. Three common mistakes prevent approval: vehicle immobilization, expired insurance, unpaid road taxes.
Easter 2026: How gasoline prices will shape up during the 4-day holiday
Easter 2026 travelers face soaring gasoline prices exceeding €2 per liter, with islands reaching €2.20 as fuel costs surge during the holiday exodus from cities.
Rising prices hit consumers hard: Easter egg and bread costs soar
Soaring Easter egg and holiday bread prices force consumers to shop around as inflation makes traditional celebrations more expensive than ever.
Fuel Pass: What happens if you miss the tax ID deadline
Fuel Pass applications open for tax IDs ending in 1-3. Learn what happens if you miss the deadline and how platform crashes affect the process.