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Crete tops passenger traffic as Greek airports see 6.5% increase

Almost half a million more passengers moved through Greek airports in the first half of 2025

Greece

Greek police block protesters from approaching Israeli cruise ship

Last month, the Crown Iris left the Greek island of Syros early without its passengers disembarking after more than 150 protesters demonstrated at the island's port. There have been similar protests in Rhodes and Crete.

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Animals carried to safety as wildfires sweep Greece

Wildfires raging across southern Europe on Wednesday forced evacuations and animal rescues as flames threatened the Greek port city of Patras after weeks of intense heat.

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Greece battles multiple wildfires as strong winds spread flames

Firefighters and residents joined forces on Wednesday to tackle fast-spreading wildfires on the outskirts of Patras, Greece’s third largest city, as conditions worsened.

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Greece

Fresh Gaza war protest erupts in Greece as Israeli cruise ship docks

Riot police clashed with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the port city of Volos, the latest protest against the Crown Iris ship and tourists from Israel.

Tech News

Greece prepares to launch its largest data centre yet

Greece is investing in the creation of large data centres amid a boom in demand across Europe and worldwide.

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WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protests held across Greece over Gaza war

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered in Athens’ Syntagma Square on Sunday as part of nationwide protests calling for an end to the war in Gaza.

Business

Greece bans ATM withdrawal fees for banks across the country

The Greek Ministry of Finance has implemented new rules across the country banning withdrawal fees for bank ATMs.

World News

UN Security Council ambassadors meet in emergency session on Gaza

UN chief António Guterres described Israel's planned expansion of military operations earlier as a “dangerous escalation” for the two million civilians trapped in the enclave as well as the remaining Israeli hostages still held captive.

Travel News

Greek ports halt island ferries amid gale-force winds

The port authorities are monitoring the updated weather reports and will give the "green light" for departures once conditions improve.

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WATCH: Northern Greece hosts Seçek Oil Wrestling Festival

Thousands gathered in the village of Kechros, near the city of Komotini in northern Greece, for the Seçek Oil Wrestling and Cultural Festival.

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WATCH: Protesters in Athens call for end to war in Gaza

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in central Athens on Thursday, rallying against the ongoing war in Gaza and demanding greater humanitarian aid for the besieged enclave.

Markets

Euronext bids for the Greek stock exchange: Here's what it means

Euronext has offered to buy the Athens Stock Exchange. Here's what it means for Greek businesses and how it will help the Greek economy.

Climate

2025 wildfire emissions hit record highs across Europe, data reveals

Greece, Turkey, the UK, and Cyprus have already seen record wildfire emissions in 2025 as soaring temperatures and dry conditions fuel intense blazes.

Travel News

US tourists shift to Europe’s local favourites for summer 2025

American travellers are turning to lesser-known European destinations in 2025, seeking authenticity and value.

Health news

Greece cuts emergency care waiting times by using QR codes for triage

According to Greece's health ministry, waiting times for emergency care have been significantly reduced through a new triage system.

Greece

Pro-Palestine group protests arrival of Israeli cruise ship on Crete

Riot police kept the crowd away from the pier where the cruise ship was docked, while scuffles broke out between demonstrators and police.

Business

Greek government cautious on new EU-US trade deal reached with Trump

Greek finance minister and other trade officials share their thoughts on the tariff agreement reached between US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Greece

Police and protesters scuffle as Israeli cruise ship visits Rhodes

Anti-war activists had called for demonstrations on the island during a scheduled stop by the Israeli cruise ship, the Crown Iris, which was reportedly carrying more than 600 tourists.

Travel News

Travel surges in Greece as more people holiday near and far

Data from ELSTAT shows an increase in both spending and overnight stays of Greek tourists