The Greek Foreign Ministry has condemned recent statements by North Macedonia's Prime Minister in the United States as a provocation and an attempt to revive a long-settled issue. Citing the importance of respecting the Prespa Agreement, Athens stressed that bilateral relations and North Macedonia's European aspirations depend on avoiding irredentist claims and honoring past commitments.
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Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias visited Alexandroupolis on Christmas Day, emphasising the city’s role in regional stability and energy security. During his visit, he attended a Christmas liturgy, met with military leaders, and greeted border guards at the Kipi Bridge, reaffirming Greece’s commitment to sovereignty, international law, and peaceful coexistence in the Balkans and the Mediterranean.
Greece has announced that its support for Albania's European Union membership bid is conditional on the protection of the rights of the ethnic Greek minority in Albania. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized that Albania must fulfill its obligations regarding the rights of this minority group, which remains the largest in the country, before Athens backs its EU aspirations. Mitsotakis' remarks come amid strained relations following the arrest of ethnic Greek politician Fredis Beleris last year.
A frosty surprise could be on the cards for parts of Eastern Europe and the Balkans this Christmas season. A cold front is set to sweep across the region between December 20th and 25th, potentially bringing icy winds and snowfall to areas not typically accustomed to such wintery conditions. While Northern and Northeastern Europe will bear the brunt of the cold wave, intermittent cold air masses could drift southward, potentially leading to localized snowfall in Greece.
Renowned stand-up comedian Jimmy Carr recently stirred reactions during his Balkan tour with a controversial social media post. Known for his edgy humor, Carr's comments on Alexander the Great while in North Macedonia and Serbia sparked debates but also became his most engaged post, drawing attention from fans and critics alike.
A dramatic temperature plunge is forecast for Greece next week, with the mercury expected to drop from 20°C to near-freezing in some areas. While heavy snow is predicted for the Balkans, Greece will mainly see a significant chill, though northern border regions may experience short-lived snow showers.
A study from the National Observatory of Athens shows Greece's average temperature has risen by 1.5°C over the past 30 years, with northern regions seeing increases of over 2°C. The report highlights that Greece is warming faster than the global and European averages, with reduced frost days and rising sea temperatures contributing to more frequent heavy rainfall and flooding.
Greece has nominated Apostolos Tzitzikostas for EU Commissioner. Tzitzikostas, governor of Central Macedonia and former president of the European Committee of the Regions, is known for his experience and strong support. His nomination underscores Macedonia's strategic importance in Europe. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet with him to discuss the nomination.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and President Katerina Sakellaropoulou met on Monday to address pressing issues. Mitsotakis emphasised the need for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, citing the humanitarian crisis. He also discussed the government's plan to impose a levy on energy producers' profits to protect consumers from rising prices. Sakellaropoulou echoed concerns about the Middle East crisis, calling for urgent efforts towards peace.
The leadership of North Macedonia continues to violate the Prespa Agreement and is now returning to actions of the past that indicate irredentist intentions and a complete disregard for history, the Greek Foreign Ministry said in a statement, responding to new provocative statements by the country's president, Gordana Siljanovska, who continues to test Athens' patience with successive and escalating provocations.
Greece's energy sector is rapidly evolving with 7.2 billion euros in transformative deals over the past nine months. Highlighted by Masdar's 2.4 billion euro acquisition of Terna Energy, these developments underscore Greece's growing influence in renewable energy across southeastern Europe.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has warned the new leadership of North Macedonia that their defiance of the 2019 Prespa Agreement with Greece will block their country's path to EU membership
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