Eleusina: Footage of the recovery of the firefighting helicopter after it ran aground
Firefighting helicopter crew survives emergency water landing in Eleusis Bay after mechanical failure during wildfire operations. All three pilots rescued safely.
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Heatwave hits Greece: Temperatures feel like 53°C – Shocking drone footage over Attica Forest
Drone thermal imaging reveals shocking heatwave conditions in Greece with temperatures feeling like 53°C. Emergency worker measures in effect as mercury hits 42-43°C.
Salamina: New arrest for illegal waste dumping – The “trend” police must tackle
Truck driver arrested in Salamis for illegal construction waste dumping as police tackle growing environmental crime trend across Greece.
Wild West scenes in Nea Peramos: Gunshots fired in Roma clash
Gunshots fired during violent clash between Roma groups near military camp in Nea Peramos, Greece. Multiple arrests made as police investigate the incident.
Mati fire survivor: “I emerged from the sea in unbearable pain”
Burn victim shares harrowing account of fleeing deadly Mati wildfire, swimming for hours in the sea as flames consumed everything around her.
Helicopter crash in Eleusis: “We heard a bang and saw it hit the sea”
Firefighting helicopter crashes into sea near Athens during wildfire operations. Witness describes dramatic rescue of foreign pilots after emergency water landing.
French Media Praise Greek Economic Growth as Southern Europe Leader
French media praise Greece’s economic recovery, calling it the leader among Southern European nations in achieving significant growth and fiscal progress.
Syros: Israeli tourist cruise ship departs after diplomatic intervention
Israeli cruise ship leaves Syros port after protests block tourist disembarkation, following diplomatic intervention between Greek and Israeli foreign ministers.
Acropolis closed 12:00-17:00 until Friday due to heatwave
Athens’ Acropolis and six other major archaeological sites close during peak hours through Friday due to extreme heat, prioritizing visitor and worker safety.
Heatwave: Thermal suffocation grips entire country
Greece faces extreme heat wave with dangerous temperatures and zero nighttime relief. Health warnings issued for vulnerable groups and outdoor workers.
Halkidiki: Municipality removes over 200 beach chairs and umbrellas
Municipality of Polygyros removes nearly 200 unauthorized beach chairs and umbrellas from Gerakini beach in Halkidiki, enforcing public beach access rights.
Second Moldovan fugitive wanted by red notice arrested in Greece
Police arrested two Moldovan fugitives wanted by Interpol red notices at Athens airport, including former party leader Vladimir Plahotniuc accused of embezzling millions.