Germany’s caretaker government, led by Olaf Scholz, has reportedly blocked the potential export of Eurofighter jets to Turkey, citing the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu as an attack on Turkish democracy. The move underscores rising tensions and Germany’s key role in defense exports within the Eurofighter consortium.
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A 24-hour strike at Germany’s major airports on Monday, March 10, has led to the cancellation of over 3,400 flights, affecting more than half a million passengers. The strike, organized by the Ver.di union, involves public sector and ground handling workers demanding wage increases. Key airports, including Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin, are paralyzed, with Berlin Airport shutting down completely. The disruption follows a surprise strike at Hamburg Airport, impacting 40,000 passengers ahead of nationwide protests for better pay.
Greek communities across Europe, Australia, and the United States will join nationwide protests in Greece this Friday to mark two years since the Tempe rail tragedy. Demonstrations are planned in cities including Berlin, Copenhagen, Stockholm, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Montreal, as organizers demand accountability and justice for the victims.
Greek pole vaulter Emmanouil Karalis sets a new national record at 5.94m in Berlin, while sprinter Polyniki Emmanouilidou impresses with a top-five finish in the 60m final. Exciting times for Greek athletics on the international stage!
The heart of 3-year-old Angelos will continue beating in Berlin, offering new life to another child after his family’s decision to donate his organs. German doctors departed from Heraklion with the heart, while his kidneys will be transplanted into an adult. Meanwhile, legal proceedings against his mother and her partner have escalated to charges of premeditated murder. Amid tragedy, Angelos’ legacy brings hope through the gift of life.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is attending the European People’s Party (EPP) leaders’ summit in Berlin, where he will meet with key figures, including CDU leader Friedrich Merz, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. The summit’s agenda focuses on the EU’s global position, security, economic competition, and reducing bureaucracy, with discussions held just ahead of the German elections and US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas have been added to Team Europe’s roster for the upcoming Laver Cup in Berlin. The duo will join forces with tennis legends like Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev, and Rafael Nadal under the captaincy of Bjorn Borg.
Stefanos Tsitsipas secured Team Europe’s first point of the Laver Cup Berlin 2024 with a commanding 6-1, 6-4 victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis, avenging his recent US Open loss and setting the stage for a thrilling competition.
A marquee lineup for Day 1 of Laver Cup Berlin 2024 is set. Get ready for a day of unforgettable tennis action as Team Europe and Team World clash on September 20th. Secure your tickets now at the Uber Arena box office!
Thanasi Kokkinakis returns to the Laver Cup after a seven-year break, eager to secure his first points for Team World under Captain John McEnroe. Fresh off recent victories against top players, Kokkinakis brings both momentum and determination to the highly anticipated tournament in Berlin.
Sunday marked the hottest day ever recorded on the planet, with global average temperatures soaring, according to provisional data from the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Agency. Greece and Spain are facing extreme fire risks as heatwaves persist, with temperatures in southern Europe exceeding 40°C.
Early Thursday, a violent confrontation between Olympiakos and Panathinaikos basketball fans erupted at a Berlin…
Approximately 9,000 Greek fans are anticipated to travel to Berlin for the 2024 EuroLeague Final…
In the semi-final, they will face the winner of the pair, Monaco-Fenerbahce. Panathinaikos unlocked defensively…
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Renowned urban lifestyle guide Time Out has unveiled its annual list of the 30 coolest streets across the globe, with Athen’s Troon STreet making the prestigious cut.
Authorities say they are investigating all possibilities for the attack, about which there was no…
Turkey’s pro-government media is overwhelmingly focused, the day after the Turkish president’s visit to Berlin,…
Flight data analysis has revealed that Athens has secured a coveted position among the Top 10 most sought-after city destinations for the upcoming summer season of 2023.
The 23-year-old Greek Australian recorded a first-round qualifying victory against German wildcard Mara Guth in…