Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized a foreign oil tanker near Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, alleging it was carrying 4 million liters of smuggled fuel. Sixteen foreign crew members have been detained in an operation that raises fresh concerns over freedom of navigation in the vital Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world’s oil supply passes.
Turkish authorities detained 115 suspected Islamic State members in Istanbul raids after intelligence revealed plans for attacks targeting Christmas and New Year celebrations, particularly against non-Muslims. Warrants were issued for 137 suspects, with weapons and documents seized; a related operation captured senior IS figure Mehmet Gören abroad.
“Turkey persisted with its provocative tactics in the Aegean Sea on Wednesday, Christmas Eve, as Turkish aircraft entered Greek airspace, prompting an alert from the Hellenic Air Force. According to data from the Hellenic National Defence General Staff (GEETHA), one ATR-72 maritime patrol aircraft and one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) carried out a total of three violations of Greek national airspace and four infringements of the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR)
Popular Greek singer Giorgos Sabanis clashed with security at packed Mezzo Athens nightclub, where Peggy Zina and Anastasios Rammos perform, after being asked to wait due to capacity limits. He reportedly shouted “You’re being disrespectful!” and left angrily.[
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey has no territorial ambitions while commissioning new naval assets under the “Blue Homeland” doctrine, stressing deterrence, maritime security, and regional stability.
Greek authorities in Piraeus seized over 3,000 counterfeit items—including belts, bags, and mobile accessories—and arrested three foreign nationals during a crackdown on illegal street vending.
Excerpt: Photos of a heavy crane truck parked on Hagia Sophia’s historic marble floor triggered alarm, but officials confirm a sophisticated multi-layer protective platform and prior georadar tests ensure no damage to the 6th-century Byzantine landmark during earthquake-strengthening works.
The Kremlin has openly threatened Greece after Athens signed a deal with Kyiv to co-produce naval sea drones, warning of an “appropriate response” to the move.
Christmas leaves the imagination with snow and wintery landscapes, but it is also an opportunity…
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides warned Turkey in Berlin that its insistence on a two-state solution blocks its EU membership path, urging alignment with UN resolutions during upcoming Cypriot EU presidency.
Dozens of Rouvikonas members were detained after protesting with slogans and a banner at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, defying a new law banning demonstrations in the area.
Greece coach Ivan Jovanovic boldly claims his team is better as Scotland face a must-win World Cup qualifier in Piraeus to keep their 2026 Finals hopes alive.
Greek Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis sues unknown Facebook page admins for using AI deepfakes to falsely promote high-yield investment scams.
The U.S. has designated four European groups in Germany, Greece, and Italy as global terrorists, labeling them “violent Antifa” networks under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with plans to add Foreign Terrorist Organization status on November 20.
A 38-year-old Albanian man believed to have created the VenomRAT malware was arrested in Athens as part of an 11-country Europol operation that dismantled a major global cybercrime network.
The striking icon of Our Lady of Seven Sorrows, depicting the Virgin Mary with her heart pierced by seven swords, is venerated for its connection to numerous miracles and a rich history. Rediscovered after being forgotten in a church bell tower, the icon is believed to have brought healing and comfort during times of hardship, including a cholera epidemic and national tragedies.
The Greek Parliament has approved a 40-year concession for the construction and operation of a new mega-yacht marina on Corfu. The project, led by Lamda Marinas in partnership with the Corfu Port Authority and Greece’s Superfund, aims to enhance luxury tourism on the island, despite opposition from several political parties.
Greek taxi drivers, led by SATA president Thymios Lymperopoulos, will strike nationwide on November 5-6, protesting government policies they say favor multinationals and corporate fleets. “We’ll go all the way,” Lymperopoulos warned, accusing PM Mitsotakis of undermining the profession and calling for direct talks with the union.
The Hellenic Police report a 40% spike in fraud cases, with 5,117 incidents recorded from January 2024 to August 2025, including 2,418 digital scams. Fraudsters, posing as relatives or officials, exploit trust through phone calls and fake websites, targeting vulnerable citizens, especially the elderly. With €22.6 million lost to card fraud in 2024, authorities urge vigilance and promote awareness through campaigns like the humorous “Adultery? Never Me!” video, emphasizing that informed citizens are the first line of defense against this growing threat.
During a lively performance, Greek singer Ioulia Kallimani faced a sexist *mantinada* from a patron that crossed all boundaries. Unfazed, she fired back with a sharp, profanity-laced retort, demanding the offender leave the venue. The bold moment, captured on video, went viral, sparking admiration and debate across social media.
On October 10, 2025, a limestone fragment of an Ionic capital, illegally taken from Ancient Olympia’s Leonidaion in the 1960s, was repatriated from Münster, Germany. Returned through the University of Münster’s cooperation, this artifact’s homecoming highlights Greece’s ongoing fight against illicit antiquities trade and strengthens cultural ties between nations.
Greece is set for another nationwide strike on Tuesday, October 14, as workers, led by ADEDY and GSEE, protest a new labor bill allowing 13-hour workdays. The 24-hour action will disrupt public transport and maritime services, with rallies planned in Athens at Syntagma Square and Propylaia. Unions demand the bill’s withdrawal, better wages, and stable jobs, condemning the legislation as an attack on workers’ rights.
Greece basks in mostly clear skies today with temperatures reaching up to 24°C, though western Crete may see brief showers, especially in mountainous areas. Expect occasional clouds in eastern Macedonia, Thrace, and the Ionian Islands, with northwest winds strengthening to 6 Beaufort in the southeastern Aegean by afternoon. The weekend promises stable temperatures and mostly clear conditions, with light showers possible in northern and eastern regions.
Greece is a rising star in global tourism, capturing 14% of travel preferences from distant markets like Australia, Brazil, and China, according to the European Travel Commission’s Long-Haul Travel Barometer 3/2025. Ranking eighth among nearly 40 European nations, Greece’s appeal grows with its rich culture, history, and gastronomy, drawing travelers seeking authentic experiences. Despite economic challenges, 73% of visitors plan multi-country trips, with Greece a key stop, especially in October’s mild weather.
Greece is intensifying inspections and enforcing stricter controls to contain a growing outbreak of sheep and goat pox. Following a high-level government meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis, authorities announced daily patrols, tighter zoning restrictions, and faster compensation payments for affected farmers.
During the First Balkan War, the Greek Navy, under the command of Rear Admiral Pavlos…
Greece ranks first in the EU for the longest working hours, with one in five employees working more than 45 hours per week, according to Eurostat data. The country also records one of the lowest rates of part-time employment, highlighting ongoing challenges in achieving work–life balance.
A massive Palestinian flag has been unfurled on a Meteora rock formation in central Greece, visible from Kalambaka, in a bold act of solidarity with Palestine that has drawn both praise and criticism.
The Larissa Appeals Prosecutor has approved all exhumation requests from families of the Tempi train disaster victims, allowing new toxicological and biochemical tests to be carried out. The decision opens the door for further investigations should new evidence emerge.
In the shadow of the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, Archbishop Ieronymos knelt briefly beside the frail form of Panos Routsi, whose 22-day hunger strike has etched lines of desperation into his face. “A man is suffering, and I came to see him,” the prelate murmured to gathered reporters, his voice a quiet thunder amid Syntagma Square’s tense hush. Routsi’s silent vigil—for the exhumation and truth behind his son’s unexplained death—found an unexpected ally in the Archbishop, bridging faith and fury in Greece’s unyielding quest for justice.
