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[Andrew Kelly/Reuters] Greece began its two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council on New Year’s Day, marking a historic moment for the nation’s diplomacy. “Greece becomes, in practice, a co-producer of international policy for the global security architecture with a substantial voice, role and responsibility in global developments,” said Foreign …
The state is launching three programs for subsidizing energy and functional upgrades or renovations for homes, estimated to come to a total of 1 billion euros. The goal is to achieve upgrades for approximately 50,000-60,000 homes across Greece, utilizing European and national resources, as well as the Recovery and Resilience Fund. Together with the funds …
[Shutterstock] A police operation targeting the Turkish mafia took place on Friday in Athens and Thessaloniki, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals. According to the Organized Crime Control Directorate, the operation aimed at dismantling criminal gangs resulted in the capture of 10 Turks and one Lebanese national. The arrested individuals face charges related to …
[AMNA] Unknown individuals vandalized public restrooms located along Thessaloniki’s New Waterfront, causing extensive damage to the facilities. The perpetrators left behind shattered mirrors, broken sinks, tiles and overturned bins. In a statement, the City of Thessaloniki announced that a police report had been filed against unknown assailants for the damage. “The images of total destruction, …
[X.COM] A 44-year-old DJ from Azerbaijan accused of organizing a drug-fueled party at a villa in Kalyvia has been detained following her court appearance today. According to sources, the DJ, who faces charges of aggravated drug trafficking, denied organizing the party or sending invitations online. Another suspect in the case has also been detained, while …
Recovering Ukrainian soldiers attend a service at the church of the Pantokratoros Monastery in Mount Athos, Greece, November 26, 2024. [Reuters/Alexandros Avramidis] The Ukrainian soldiers arrived in Greece with marks of war – one with a head scar, another with both legs amputated above the knee, some with invisible mental wounds from a three-year conflict …
[Intime News] Partly cloudy skies with occasional showers are expected across Greece on Friday, especially in the west, eastern and southern Aegean regions. Early morning fog may limit visibility in some areas. Winds will be south-southwesterly, ranging from 3 to 5 Beaufort, while temperatures will remain stable. Highs will reach 14 degrees Celsius in northern …
Every evening, Ergus Katiaj uploads a video on TikTok reminding customers that his shop in Tirana delivers potato chips, cigarettes and alcohol through the night. His phone buzzes with orders that add about 1,000 euros to his monthly profit. But Katiaj will soon have to find a new way to attract business. Albania’s government has …
Air Haifa, northern Israel’s first airline, has announced the launch of direct flights between Haifa International Airport and Athens, Greece. One-way tickets start at $149. The new route will operate five times a week and is part of the airline’s expansion of its international destinations. In addition to this new route, Air Haifa currently offers …
[Reuters] Cyprus is seeing more people shopping and spending money, but high prices are still affecting the cost of living. New data shows that in November 2024, both the amount of goods sold and the money spent in retail stores went up compared to last year. While this is a positive sign, inflation is still …