Authorities aim to cut illegal mobile use in at least 20 prisons as investigations reveal many organized crimes, including bombings and targeted attacks, are orchestrated from behind bars. Anti-drone and electronic security measures are also being introduced

The UN Human Rights Office warns that a revived Israeli settlement project in the West Bank could amount to a war crime and threaten forced displacement of Palestinians

Greek yogurt has become a global hit, with exports soaring 40.7% in early 2025. Factories struggle to keep up as demand grows, especially in the UK and the Netherlands, cementing yogurt as the "white gold" of Greece’s food industry

With no Ukrainian presence, the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska brings together top U.S. and Russian officials in a closed-door meeting on security, economy, and Ukraine — amid fears in Europe of potential behind-the-scenes territorial deals

Romania has emerged as a key partner for Greek businesses, with exports exceeding €1.8 billion and investments quadrupling in 2023, highlighting a stable and growing economic relationship between the two countries

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov caused a stir on arrival in Anchorage for the Trump–Putin summit by wearing a T-shirt with “USSR” lettering, partly covered by a vest. He dismissed claims it was a political statement, saying Moscow comes with “clear arguments.”

American visitors are spending more and staying slightly longer in Greece, with Athens, the Northern Aegean, and Central Greece emerging as key destinations

As fighting intensifies in eastern Ukraine, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet behind closed doors in Alaska. Kyiv and European leaders fear the absence of President Zelensky could open the way for secret territorial agreements

Firefighters continue to fight an active wildfire on the Greek island of Chios, while a blaze in Halkidiki has been brought under control. Authorities remain on high alert as strong winds and hot weather keep the risk of new fires high nationwide

Beneath Greece’s postcard-perfect coastline lies a deadly risk. Hundreds drown each year—often quietly, within minutes, and in seemingly safe waters—turning moments of joy into tragedy

Friday will bring a mix of clouds and sunshine across Greece, with mild winds in most areas but stronger gusts up to 6 Beaufort in the northern Aegean. Temperatures will be near seasonal averages, reaching 36°C in parts of western mainland Greece

Today's August 15 holiday marks the peak of the annual summer season in Greece, with a major religious festival combining with the exodus of hundreds of thousands of urban dwellers and the arrival of millions of visitors from abroad.

Antetokounmpo watched the Greek side emerge victorious 69-61 in a friendly against Montenegro in Thessaloniki, part of preparations for the Eurobasket 2025 tournament

The two suspects follow the arrest of a 25-year-old a day earlier, also on arson charges, with police saying the latter confessed to intentionally starting a fire in a semi-rural area

The quest for ethical governance and rule-based decision-making, including peace-making, has always been marred by inconsistencies, if not plain hypocrisy and self-serving-ness

An 86-year-old man was found unresponsive in the sea near a popular Halkidiki beach and later pronounced dead at a local health center

Ahead of a high-stakes Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump vows tough measures if Moscow blocks peace, while Kyiv and European leaders set firm red lines