Athens has lodged formal protests and called for the immediate release and safe return of Greek citizens held in Israel, as international criticism grows over the reported treatment of activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced new buses, upgraded metro trains and stricter fare controls as part of a sweeping plan to modernize Athens’ aging public transport network

The security conference Athens Defence Summit is being organized by a private company founded in February 2026 and run by the son of Dimitris Avramopoulos and the son of pro–New Democracy publisher Karamanlis. The role of Grigoris Dimitriadis

The Greek defense minister warned that the drifting Ukrainian maritime drone discovered in Ionian Sea could have caused mass casualties had it struck a cruise ship

The foreign ministry called for the immediate release of Greek citizens, after Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posts video showing bound activists following interception of Gaza-bound convoy near Cyprus

Greece's Defense Ministry has completed its investigation into the armed drone found on Lefkada, with findings pointing to a launch area off southern Italy near Sicily

The anti-aircraft missile systems had been stations on the island of Karpathos and northern Greece to protect against long-range threats

During his monthly meeting with President Konstantinos Tasoulas, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed the need to accelerate government work, highlighting recovery fund projects, cost-of-living measures and support for families

More than 80% of families are expected to receive the support measure next month, as the government monitors the economic impact of tensions in the Middle East and rising energy prices

Kyriakos Pierrakakis called for major investment in power grids, innovation and energy integration, arguing that Europe must strengthen its productive and technological capacity to remain competitive

As Greece moves closer to purchasing two Bergamini-class frigates, it is considering modifications to ensure seamless operations with French frigates

Supreme Court Prosecutor Tzavellas sent a letter instead of appearing before parliament, as PASOK leader Androulakis accused the intelligence service of flouting a court ruling and threatened legal action.

The Greek PM and President are scheduled to meet on Wednesday morning to discuss key issues as the government shifts into pre-election mode

Senior NATO officials backed Ukraine’s use of unmanned sea drones after one was found adrift in the Ionian Sea, calling such tactics a “typical” form of modern asymmetric warfare

Syntagma Square ceremony highlights historical memory, cultural identity and ongoing debate over recognition as participants gather at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

With his new party launch set for Thisseio Square on May 26, the former prime minister is already pulling figures away from both SYRIZA and splinter party Nea Aristera, threatening to redraw the Greek opposition landscape.

Citing constitutional separation of powers, Supreme Court prosecutor Tzavellas follows a well-worn judicial playbook used by his predecessors to resist parliamentary scrutiny of the Predator spyware case.

Dendias said the annual commemoration honors not only the victims of the genocide, but also the enduring legacy of the Pontic Greeks themselves — a community he described as a vital and living part of Hellenism

Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras will place youth, inequality, housing and voting access at the center of his comeback

Officials insist the move is part of a broader defense planning review and unrelated to recent tensions over reported Turkish plans concerning maritime zones