The Greek government warns of potential economic impacts from Middle East tensions and is ready to implement emergency measures, including price caps and targeted subsidies, to protect consumers and stabilize fuel and essential goods markets
After Greece, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands are deploying naval assets to guard the skies over Cyprus after Iranian-made drones struck a British military base on the island, with London facing criticism for a slow response.
Secretary General Mark Rutte says alliance backs U.S. actions in the Middle East while ensuring Ukraine receives the military aid it needs, amid heightened tensions and missile threats to Turkey
Amid the Iran energy crisis, Putin says Europe’s push to ban Russian gas could make Moscow consider stopping exports, while shifting focus to higher-paying markets like China
President Zelenskiy says ongoing Middle East conflicts have prompted Ukraine to discuss delaying the next U.S.-mediated peace talks with Russia, originally scheduled for March 5–9
Two civilians were wounded after Iranian drones crossed into Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave, hitting an airport terminal and landing near a school, triggering a formal diplomatic protest from Baku.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says Italy will provide air defense support to Gulf states to protect citizens, troops, and energy interests, while respecting existing U.S. military base agreements
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis participates in EU-Gulf Cooperation Council talks amid Middle East tensions, stressing diplomacy, regional security, and adherence to international law while reaffirming Greece’s non-involvement in the conflict
Greek travelers remain stranded in Dubai after airspace closures linked to the Iran conflict. Passengers report confusion, limited flights, and financial strain while waiting for repatriation organized by the Greek government.
Eighty-five Greek sailors aboard ten vessels face heightened risks in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz as attacks on ships and offshore facilities escalate. Families anxiously await news of their safe return
Amid regional tensions and drone interceptions, Cyprus sends its first emergency alert to citizens’ phones. Technical glitches left some without notifications, while authorities urge calm and adherence to official safety instructions.
Following escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in Iran, Greece has completed the first repatriation operations, bringing back 162 citizens and family members through coordinated flights and overland transfers
The air-defense system arrived on the Greek island amid Middle East tensions, following reported Iranian drone attacks near a British base in Cyprus.
Britain’s Defense Ministry said the drone that struck a Royal Air Force base in Akrotiri caused limited damage and was not launched from Iran. Cyprus’ president stressed the country is not involved in any military operations amid regional tensions.
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias says there is no information about drone threats near Crete and insists Greece and Cyprus are fully protected, with Greek ships and defense systems deployed in the region
Kyiv faces a shortfall of missile interceptors for its air defense, while surging oil prices are boosting Russia’s economy
Fighting intensifies across Lebanon, Iraq, Syria and the Gulf as Israel strikes Tehran, Hezbollah joins the conflict, Kurdish forces reportedly mobilize near Iran, and regional tensions trigger alarms from Cyprus to Turkey.
Ship traffic slowed to a halt after the Iran conflict broke out, stalling oil and container ships
Iranian Kurdish groups have consulted Washington about attacking regime forces, seeking U.S. military and intelligence backing as regional tensions escalate
“The U.S. military is coordinating with their counterparts in Spain,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, adding that President Trump expects cooperation from all American allies in Europe