Wild fire east of Athens forces evacuations and traffic suspension
Major wildfire breaks out near Athens, forcing evacuation of three settlements. 90 firefighters battle blaze as emergency services issue 112 alert.
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Greece cruise tax rises to €20 for Mykonos and Santorini from July 21
Greece implements €20 cruise tax on Mykonos and Santorini from July 21. British tourists react as Independent covers the controversial tourism levy.
Greek supermarket prices drop in June – detergents cheaper, meat costs more
Greek supermarket prices fell 0.35% in June 2025, with detergents and cleaning products showing the biggest drops while fresh meat prices surged 10.8%.
Summer sales 2025: When they start, what applies
Summer sales 2025 begin July 14 and run until August 31, offering consumers significant savings opportunities with special Sunday shopping hours.
Lesbos: 32-year-old man remanded in custody for stabbing victim 18 times at festival
32-year-old man remanded in custody after stabbing victim 18 times at Greek island festival. Victim survives despite serious injuries requiring surgery.
Very high fire risk alert issued for Friday July 4 – Areas on high alert
Greece issues very high fire risk alert for Friday July 4, affecting Attica, Central Greece, Peloponnese and North Aegean regions. Authorities urge caution.
Truck driver arrested for dumping waste in forest area (Video)
Truck driver arrested for illegally dumping waste in forest area during surprise police operation. Environmental protection laws violated in Greece.
Kerameos: 86,000 people found jobs in one year – The size of an entire Greek city
Greece’s unemployment drops to 7.9% as 86,000 people find jobs in one year – the equivalent of an entire Greek city, marking the largest reduction in EU.
Merkel-Sakellaropoulou meeting: European relations at center stage
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel meets with Greek officials to discuss European relations and international developments during her visit to Athens.
Gerapetritis: Foreign Minister visits Libya – Meeting with Haftar
Greek Foreign Minister Gerapetritis visits Libya to meet with General Haftar, aiming to reduce diplomatic tensions and counter Turkish influence in the region.
New Turkish challenge: Leaked document reveals secret Turkey-Syria EEZ negotiations
Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reportedly in advanced talks for EEZ agreement with Syria, following leaked document revealing secret negotiations.
New Jersey plane crash: Aircraft runs off runway, three critical
Cessna 208B aircraft with 15 passengers runs off runway at New Jersey airport during emergency landing attempt. Three hospitalized in critical condition.
5.5 magnitude earthquake hits southwest Japan days before disaster prophecy
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan just two days before a predicted natural disaster, sparking concerns about an apocalyptic prophecy.
Gaza: Netanyahu vows to “eliminate Hamas completely” as group considers ceasefire proposals
Netanyahu vows to eliminate Hamas completely as the group considers ceasefire proposals. Latest Gaza strikes kill 47 as war enters 21st month.
Major wildfire erupts in Turkey: Highway between Izmir and Çeşme closed
Massive wildfire spreads near Turkish tourist destination Çeşme, forcing evacuations and highway closures between Izmir and the coastal resort town.
Greek tax authority reveals 1 in 3 taxpayers face higher bills
Greek tax authority data reveals 1 in 3 taxpayers face additional bills averaging €1,891, up 16.1% from last year as deadline approaches.
Greece’s foreign minister briefs parliament on Libya visit amid rising Turkish influence
Greek Foreign Minister Gerapetritis to brief parliament on Libya visit as Turkey expands influence through military cooperation with Haftar forces.
Government’s dual strategy for OPEKEPE crisis: reforms and cleanup
Greek government launches dual strategy to overcome OPEKEPE scandal through administrative reforms and forward-looking policies targeting citizens’ daily concerns.
Crete wildfire battle: flames reignite in Ierapetra as winds hamper firefighting efforts
Massive wildfire reignites in Ierapetra, Crete at 4 AM. Strong winds hamper firefighting efforts as reinforcements arrive from Athens. Hotels evacuated.
Trump’s next Middle East target: Gaza ceasefire deal within a week
Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire deal within a week as Middle East tensions shift. New 60-day proposal aims to end Israel-Hamas conflict amid humanitarian crisis.