More than 50 migrants rescued off southern Crete
More than 50 undocumented migrants were rescued from a vessel off the southern coast of Crete on Wednesday, Greek authorities said. Source link
Greece and North Macedonia To Protect Lake Doirani
Greece has launched a €3.07 million cross-border environmental initiative with North Macedonia to strengthen cooperation, governance and the sustainable management of Lake Doirani under the Interreg VI-A IPA Greece-North Macedonia 2021-2027 Programme. Alternate Minister of National Economy and Finance Nikos Papathanasis signed the targeted call for project proposals, titled “Optimal Governance of Doirani Lake,” with …
Man arrested on Mykonos over alleged theft of valuables worth €75,000
Police on Wednesday said they had arrested a 35-year-old man on the island of Mykonos in connection with the alleged theft of personal belongings valued at 75,000 euros. Source link
Crews Race Against Time as Winds Ease Before New Heatwave Threat – Greek City Times
Greek firefighters are racing to strengthen containment lines around major wildfires west of Athens after a brief drop in wind speeds gave crews a crucial opportunity to tackle remaining hotspots. Several fires that swept through mountain villages and coastal areas near the capital were brought under control overnight, allowing firefighting aircraft and helicopters to continue …
Athens region unveils €375 mln waste plan
Greece is seeking to overhaul waste management in Attica, the country’s most populous region, with a €375 million plan aimed at raising recycling rates from about 18% toward European Union targets of 60% by 2030 and 65% by 2035. Source link
Outrage in Mykonos after donkey found with legs tied in the sun – Greek City Times
A video showing a donkey with its legs tied under the hot sun on the island of Mykonos has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for stronger protection of animals in Greece. The incident came to light after a visitor to the popular Cycladic island recorded the animal in distress and shared the footage online. …
Greece pushes tougher migration line
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is advocating a tougher European response to migration crises as migration policy again moves to the center of discussions in Brussels. Source link
Man accused of killing British aid worker shared Facebook posts criticising NGOs – Greek City Times
The man accused of murdering British aid worker Elisabeth-Jane Ross in Athens reportedly posted a series of Facebook messages criticising Christian charities and non-governmental organisations before his arrest. Sharif Ahmadzai, 26, appeared before an Athens court on Wednesday in connection with the death of the 38-year-old Scottish aid worker, whose body was discovered inside a …
Firefighters gain ground on western Attica wildfire as crews remain on high alert
Firefighters reported improved conditions Wednesday on a major wildfire in western Attica that broke out in neighboring Viotia on July 31 before spreading into Attica, though crews remained on high alert for flare-ups. Source link
Fouquet’s Mykonos redefines luxury with beachfront elegance on Paraga Beach – Greek City Times
Mykonos has welcomed a striking new addition to its luxury hospitality scene with the opening of Fouquet’s Mykonos, the first Greek property from the renowned French hospitality group Barrière. Nestled on the golden sands of Paraga Beach, the five-star resort blends Cycladic architecture with contemporary luxury, offering guests an exclusive retreat just minutes from some …