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Turkey-Libya maritime deal 'remains null and void,' Greek FM says

The joint statement responded to the recent decision by Libya's House of Representatives to ratify the 2019 memorandum.

26 October 2026

Europe News

Leaders of divided Cyprus agree to meet weekly after UN chief's visit

Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkey invaded and occupied the northern third of the island in response to an Athens-engineered Greek Cypriot coup seeking unification with Greece.

Europe News

Three killed after helicopter crashes on Greek island of Sifnos

Video footage circulating on social media appears to show the site of the crash, with flames and plumes of dark smoke visible on a hillside.

Europe News

Cypriot natural gas flowing to Europe in 2028, says Cyprus

In an exclusive interview with the Associated Press, he highlights the progress of Cyprus's ongoing energy projects, which will also benefit EU citizens.

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Europe News

Wildfires in Greece: Blaze out of control near Crete's Rethymno

Over 220 firefighters are battling a wildfire in southern Crete, whilst strong winds are hampering aerial water drops. The funerals of the two firefighters who lost their lives Wednesday are taking place on Thursday. In Plomari on Lesbos, the fires are continuing to flare up.

Europe News

Belgium issues arrest warrant for ex-commissioner Avramopoulos

The investigation centres on allegations that foreign governments sought to influence decision-making in the European Parliament through payments and gifts to current and former lawmakers.

Europe News

Greece: Multiple earthquakes around magnitude 5.2 hit northern Evia

The seismic activity was felt in Athens, where residents reported repeated tremors across several districts of the Greek capital, though no damage was reported.

Europe News

Cyprus and Kazakhstan expand cooperation during Astana visit

Five cooperation agreements were signed during the first visit by a Cypriot president to Kazakhstan. The talks focused on trade, investment, transport and digital development, while new direct flights and diplomatic initiatives aim to strengthen links between Europe and Central Asia.

World News

Trump evacuated after shots fired near correspondents' dinner

Following the incident, US President Donald Trump posted a picture of the alleged suspect who reportedly opened fire near the ballroom where the annual correspondents' dinner was being held.

World News

Record 6,000 sailors abandoned in 2025, mostly by shadow fleets

In 2025, more than 6,000 seafarers were abandoned on 410 ships, marking the worst year for crew abandonment. The ITF recovered $16.5 million in unpaid wages.

2 February 2026

Cyprus

Cyprus unveils EU presidency priorities on security and migration

Cyprus outlined priorities for the EU presidency starting 1 January 2026, focusing on autonomy, security, defence, migration, and support for Ukraine.

21 December 2025

Greece

Over 600 migrants reach Crete in 24 hours amid route shift

More than 600 migrants arrived on Crete in 24 hours as smugglers shift routes from Libya. Greece saw 18% decline overall but Crete sees concentrated arrivals.

20 December 2025

Cyprus

Excavations in northern Cyprus search for civilians missing since 1974

Cypriot authorities are excavating suspected mass graves in northern Cyprus, seeking remains of Greek Cypriot civilians who disappeared in 1974.

19 September 2025

Greece

Greek PM: Countries that threaten EU can't participate in defence

Mitsotakis also said Athens supports coordinated EU and US efforts to end the war in Ukraine but that Kyiv cannot be frozen out of talks.

15 September 2025

Europe News

Albania, Bulgaria ask EU for help to deal with raging wildfires

Thousands of acres and dozens of houses have been destroyed.

World News

Greece: Passage of migrants causes tension near North Macedonia border

Traffic on the Balkan Route for refugees and immigrants wanting to make their way to Europe appears to be on the increase, say villagers in northern Greece.

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