Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasised the need for Europe to take greater responsibility in its geopolitical affairs, particularly in defence, as he arrived for the informal European Council meeting on Monday. Speaking about the shifting global dynamics, Mitsotakis reiterated the necessity for Europe to gain more autonomy in managing its defence issues, urging member states …
[InTime News] A 35-year-old man is being treated under guard at a psychiatric clinic in Thessaloniki after being arrested in connection with a fire at a house early Sunday morning, which resulted in the death of a man inside. The victim, a 77-year-old man, was found charred by firefighters as they fought the blaze that …
Donald Trump has ignited a fierce political and public debate by issuing mass pardons for over 1,500 individuals, including many convicted for their roles in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. The decision, fulfilling a controversial campaign promise, has drawn criticism from across the political spectrum and raised concerns about security risks. …
Schools were closed and emergency crews deployed on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini on Monday after a spike in seismic activity raised concerns about a potentially powerful earthquake. [AP] Schools were closed and emergency crews deployed on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini on Monday after a spike in seismic activity raised concerns about …
Brussels – The European Union is developing a plan to significantly revise the 1951 Refugee Convention, potentially paving the way for member states to deport failed asylum seekers and convicted criminals. This proposed overhaul, driven by a growing belief that the post-war agreement is outdated, represents a potentially seismic shift in European migration policy. A …
A series of safety incidents on the Athens-Piraeus electric railway (ISAP) have raised serious concerns about the overall reliability of the capital’s oldest line, which has been integrated into the metro system (Line 1). The latest incident occurred last Friday when a train heading toward Piraeus was evacuated at Moschato station after one of its …
A shocking crime has shaken the community of Nea Michaniona, Thessaloniki, where a 35-year-old man was arrested for the brutal killing of a 77-year-old man by setting him on fire. The suspect was taken into custody on Sunday, January 2, by officers of the Organized Crime Sub-Division and now faces charges of manslaughter and arson. …
The union representing public hospital workers, POEDIN, has called a three-hour work stoppage on Tuesday demanding the reinstatement of the two additional salaries in the public sector and full-time contracts for workers. It is also organizing a protest rally at 12.30 p.m. outside the Finance Ministry in downtown Athens. The union said that because salaries …
According to initial estimates, approximately 500,000 vehicles in Greece remain uninsured, while over 2 million have not undergone the required technical inspection, posing significant risks to road safety. To address this issue, authorities will conduct electronic checks twice a year using data verification. Offenders will face strict fines, starting at 250 euros and escalating to …
File photo. Greece’s balmy January weather will turn more wintery next week, as temperatures are expected to drop significantly, starting from the western to the eastern regions. On Monday, meteorologists predict rain and local storms, while on Tuesday a moderate cold front will sweep in from the east and south of the country, pushing temperatures …