Lawmakers across the political spectrum condemned Ilias Kasidiaris's release and political comeback bid, with one constitutional law expert insisting the law flatly bars him from running for office
Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas said the Fire Service has grown from 13,000 personnel in 2022 to about 18,500 today, as Greece continues to strengthen its capacity to respond to wildfires and other disasters
The suspect allegedly admitted starting three fires near the island capital of Halkida and had previously been arrested in nine arson cases in 2018
Arrests occurred in Paros, Trikala, Rhodes, and Halkidiki as investigators crack down on fire-related offenses
A yacht flying the Italian flag caught fire near the northern channel of Lefkada under unknown circumstances. The three foreign nationals aboard managed to reach shore on their own and were reported to be in good health.
By engaging directly with developing country members on the CTCN board, EU members helped to shape programmes that are delivering tangible assistance while reflecting EU priorities
The fire has burned largely within a Natura 2000 protected area, in Zone II of Northern Pindos National Park, one of the most ecologically sensitive stretches of forest in northern Greece
Because prevention is not simply about buying more aircraft. It is about ensuring that someone is still living, farming and caring for Europe's landscapes. Farmers are not simply food producers. They are the people who care for Europe's landscapes
Authorities are placing Attica and Evia under “Red Code” on Wednesday, activating additional emergency preparedness measures and increasing aerial, fire, police and military patrols
Firefighter units reinforced as strong winds hamper efforts to contain the blaze; evacuation issued for one settlement
The World Meteorological Organization says worsening fires and extreme heat are making it harder to reduce air pollution, while wildfire smoke exposes communities to hazardous particles linked to serious health problems
The fire in the Trapezitsa area has destroyed a large stretch of forest and spread into the Aoos gorge, while 170 firefighters, aircraft, vehicles and volunteers continue efforts to contain it
"Orange" wildfire alert for Monday: Attica, Crete, South Aegean and more Greek regions on high alert. Stay cautious outdoors — report fires at 199.
Two men were arrested after a wildfire in Boeotia started during vegetation-clearing work at a solar park, burning about 300 hectares
Authorities have placed the Cyclades, Lesbos, Chios, Psara, Samos and Ikaria at very high risk for Thursday, while parts of Attica and Evia are also under heightened alert
Three people whose convictions over the 2018 Mati wildfire deaths are final will seek recognition of a mitigating factor, while victims’ relatives say key questions about the disaster remain unanswered.
They risk their lives for a season, then face months of unemployment with no real safety net waiting for them
Firefighters found a body while battling a blaze in a fifth-floor apartment on Monday afternoon; cause is under investigation
Hundreds demand year-round contracts, fewer restrictions, and rehiring of 600 colleagues left out of the service
Three men were arrested in Chania and another in Aetolia-Acarnania over separate fire incidents, with three of those cases resulting in fines totaling €10,429.68