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.
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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.
Civil Protection: Very high fire risk in many areas of Greece on Wednesday – Temperatures persist in the 40s
Greece faces very high fire risk Wednesday as heatwave continues with temperatures reaching 43°C in some areas, Civil Protection warns multiple regions at danger.
High fire risk warning today for Thessaloniki and Halkidiki – Safety advice for residents
Thessaloniki and Halkidiki face high wildfire risk today due to extreme heat. Authorities issue safety warnings and fire prevention guidelines.
Halkidiki: 6-year-old boy injured at water park, hospitalized
A 6-year-old boy suffered leg injuries in a fall at a water park in Halkidiki and was rushed to Hippokration Hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Greek police launch tender for bomb disposal robot and jammers
Greek police launch €1.3M tender for bomb disposal robot and signal jammers to enhance explosive ordnance disposal capabilities and counter-terrorism operations.
Thessaloniki: Man charged 2,000 euros each to smuggle 16 migrants
Greek authorities arrest 31-year-old man for smuggling 16 migrants in hidden truck compartments, charging 2,000 euros each for transport from Turkish border to Thessaloniki.