FT: Greece leads efforts to bring skilled workers back from Europe and US
Greece launches major initiative to bring back skilled workers who left during the economic crisis, with Labor Minister leading recruitment tours across Europe and the US.
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Greece’s migration minister tells Daily Mail: “We’re no longer a hotel”
Greece’s migration minister delivers tough message to migrants in Daily Mail interview: “We’re no longer a hotel – expect prison or deportation, not asylum.”
State machinery on high alert for incoming heatwave: Emergency measures activated
Greece activates emergency measures as extreme heatwave approaches. State machinery on high alert with temperatures expected to exceed 41°C across mainland areas.
Libya’s double-speak bears Turkish seal as Greece faces new challenges
Greece faces new challenges as Libya’s diplomatic double-speak reflects Turkish influence, threatening maritime sovereignty and energy exploration south of Crete.
Mitsotakis: From kidsWallet to 1566 – Youth, health and fire protection initiatives
Greek PM Mitsotakis announces major initiatives: KidsWallet digital protection, new health helpline 1566, fire service upgrades, and youth rehabilitation programs.
SYRIZA fights back against Marinakis attacks: “Blue scandals and corruption”
SYRIZA strikes back at government spokesperson Marinakis, accusing New Democracy of corruption and scandals while defending Tsipras’ legacy in Greek politics.
George Tsoumas elected vice president of Young European Socialists
Greek politician George Tsoumas elected vice president of Young European Socialists at Paris Congress, strengthening Greece’s voice in European politics.
Kasselakis: In politics you should be judged, not hide
Movement for Democracy leader Stefanos Kasselakis speaks candidly about political challenges, criminal charges against PM Mitsotakis, and his personal journey.
Farantouris questions Commission on high electricity prices, distortions
Greek MEP Nikos Farantouris questions European Commission over electricity price distortions caused by Austrian transmission operator derogations affecting Southeast Europe.
174 migrants rescued off Crete island – Minister: “No asylum rights”
Greek Coast Guard rescues 174 migrants south of Gavdos island. Migration minister announces detention without asylum rights for those from Libya.
Gerapetritis calls National Foreign Policy Council on Cyprus talks
Greek Foreign Minister Gerapetritis to brief political parties on Cyprus talks results following Five-Party UN Conference in New York.
Dendias meets Antioch Patriarch: Focus on protecting Christians in Lebanon and Syria
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias met with the Patriarch of Antioch to discuss protecting Christian populations in Lebanon and Syria amid regional violence.