Tag: Armenia

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Greek Army Engineers Build Bridges in Armenia to Restore Flood-Damaged Infrastructure

The Greek Armed Forces have stepped in to assist Armenia by constructing three Bailey Bridges in the flood-affected Lori region. This humanitarian mission, supported by the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, highlights Greece’s commitment to aiding its allies and fostering international collaboration. The project also reflects the deep historical ties between Greece and Armenia, particularly in the Lori region, home to a longstanding Greek community.

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SKY Express Launches Direct Flights Between Athens and Yerevan

SKY express has launched its first direct flight between Athens and Yerevan, operating three times a week with Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft. The new route aims to strengthen cultural and economic ties between Greece and Armenia, providing more opportunities for Greeks to explore Armenia's tourism offerings. The launch was celebrated by Greek Ambassador Christos Sofianopoulos and Armenian officials, with hopes for future route expansions.

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Greece to Host 9th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum in 2025

Greece has been selected to host the 9th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum in December 2025, following this year's meeting in Yerevan, Armenia. The decision was made unanimously by Forum members, which include countries such as Armenia, China, Egypt, and Peru. Greece aims to lead initiatives that promote the Forum's visibility, combat illegal antiquities trafficking, and foster collaboration on the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage. The Forum, established in Athens in 2017, continues to be a key platform for international cultural cooperation.

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Putin to Mitsotakis: "We prohibit you from transferring the S-300 and other Russian arms to any third country"

Maria Zakharova, a representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, addressed rumors that Greece might transfer Russian S-300 and Tor-M1 systems to Armenia. She emphasized that such a move is impossible without Moscow's consent. Zakharova reminded Greece of existing bilateral military agreements and conveyed President Putin's message to Prime Minister Mitsotakis, underscoring that any sale would violate agreements and potentially strain international relations. The discussion highlights the complexities of international arms trade and geopolitical alliances.

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Greece Plans to Transfer Soviet-Era Anti-Aircraft Systems to Armenia

Greece is shifting focus away from Ukraine and plans to transfer its Soviet-era anti-aircraft systems, including the S-300PMU1, Tor-M1, and Osa-AK, to Armenia. This move, reported by Greek media outlet Enikos, is influenced by strategic cooperation with France and aims to strengthen Armenia against Turkey, following domestic and international strategic considerations.

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1800-year-old Ancient military medal of Medusa discovered in ancient Greek city of Perre

excavations which began in 2001 in the ancient city of Perre in the Adiyaman province, archaeologists found the bronze military medal bearing the head of Medusa, also called Gorgo, one of the three monstrous Gorgons, generally described as winged human females with living venomous snakes in place of hair. Those who gazed into her eyes would turn to stone.

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Gov.gr Wallet Wins Prestigious "Digital Transformation of the Year" Award from WITSA

The Gov.gr Wallet has been awarded "Digital Transformation of the Year" by the World Innovation, Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) at its annual conference in Armenia. This top honour recognises the General Secretariat for Information Systems and Digital Governance's efforts to enhance digital services in the public sector, accepted by General Secretary Dimosthenis Anagnostopoulos.