The prime minister’s party leads with nearly half the vote in a snap election, raising hopes of ending a year-long political stalemate that has stalled parliament, delayed international loans and put key decisions for 2026 at risk

Severe traffic disruption hit Greece’s main highway as farmer blockades caused delays of up to 12 hours, with further road closures planned nationwide amid ongoing protests and calls for structured talks with the government

Hundreds of sinkholes are appearing in central Turkey’s farmland as drought and receding groundwater raise concerns over climate change and the future of key crops like maize, wheat, and sugar beet

A rescue mission is ongoing off Samos after one migrant was found dead and four remain missing at sea. Authorities are deploying coast guard vessels, private boats, and a helicopter to search both land and water for the missing individuals

A technical fault left a train stranded in a tunnel on Athens Metro Line 3, causing delays over 30 minutes on the Airport–Plakentias–Municipal Theatre route and affecting services toward Piraeus. Authorities have not confirmed when normal service will resume

From talks with Russia and Ukraine, the framework aims to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty, security guarantees, and economic recovery, while addressing disputed territory, the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, and humanitarian concerns

Greek police uncovered a large-scale fraud in which a man posing as an Interpol officer promised loans and investment approvals, collected money from dozens of victims, and threatened them when they considered reporting him

A Christmas mountaineering trip turned fatal in Greece’s Vardousia mountains, where four young climbers, including 31-year-old Theodora Kaplan, were buried under an avalanche. Authorities suspect suffocation as the cause of death

Beijing stages live-fire drills and simulated blockades around the island, prompting Taiwan to mobilise forces and reaffirm its commitment to defending democracy and freedom

Leaders advance on security guarantees while territorial disputes in Donbas and the future of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant remain unresolved, with temporary ceasefire proposals rejected by both the U.S. and Russia

Investigators in western Greece are reassessing the 2024 deaths of two elderly siblings after new evidence raised doubts about an accidental fire, with homicide now among the scenarios under consideration

Greek farmers plan to escalate nationwide road blockades through New Year’s Eve, closing key highways and alternative routes in a coordinated effort to pressure the government, despite growing divisions within the protest movement

In an age of screens and speed, young Greeks are rediscovering centuries-old dances. TO BHMA International Edition speaks with the teachers and dancers behind the revival

Cold, wintry weather will dominate the New Year period, with frost expected from New Year’s Eve and light rain or snow in parts of Greece.

Prolonged farmer protests have evolved into a major political challenge for the Greek government, raising fears of electoral damage and fueling reshuffle rumors.

Banks will operate as normal on New Year’s Eve, while all branches will remain closed on Thursday, January 1, due to the public holiday. Customer service at bank branches will resume on Friday, January 2

The holiday period is often associated with joy and togetherness, but for many it also brings emotional strain. Understanding and managing these emotional triggers can help restore balance once the celebrations are over