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Rhodes: 8 Migrants Dead – Sea Search for Missing Persons

Eight migrants died and 18 were rescued after their speedboat capsized off the coast of Rhodes, Greece, while reportedly attempting…

20 December 2024

Greece Boat Tragedy: Death Toll of Pakistanis Rises to 40

The death toll of Pakistanis in the tragic Greece boat capsize has risen to 40, with many victims being minors…

19 December 2024

Breaking News: Explosion and Gunfire Reported at Turkish Aircraft Industry Plant in Ankara

A powerful explosion at the Turkish Air and Space Industries (TUSAS) headquarters in Ankara, followed by gunfire, has been confirmed…

24 October 2024

Two Volunteer Firefighters Dead in Raging Wildfire Near Xylokastro, Greece

A massive wildfire raging near Xylokastro, Greece, has tragically claimed the lives of two volunteer firefighters. The blaze, which has…

30 September 2024

West Nile Virus: 27 Deaths and 180 Cases in Greece

Greece has recorded 180 domestic cases of West Nile virus infection in 2024, resulting in 27 deaths. The outbreak has…

22 September 2024

Eight migrants die in Channel crossing attempt

Migrant Boat Capsizes off French Coast, Killing at Least Eight

15 September 2024

Greece Reports Eight Deaths and 22 New West Nile Virus Cases in Past Week

Greece has reported eight deaths and 22 new cases of West Nile virus over the past week, with a total…

12 September 2024

COVID-19 Surge: Hospitalisations and Deaths on the Rise in Greece

COVID-19 cases and related hospitalizations are on the rise in Greece, according to the latest data from EODY. Health officials…

12 July 2024

BBC Reports: Aegean Migrant Deaths: Witness Accounts Challenge Greek Coastguard Actions

A BBC investigation has stirred controversy by alleging the Greek coastguard's actions may be linked to the deaths of migrants…

17 June 2024

Greece Records 8% Decline in Deaths in First Quarter of 2024, ELSTAT Reports

In the initial quarter of 2024, Greece saw a noteworthy decline in mortality rates, with deaths decreasing by 8%, according…

14 May 2024

Greece Lifts All COVID-19 Protective Measures Following Decline in Infections

Greece's National Committee overseeing Public Health Emergencies has made the landmark decision to completely lift all COVID-19 protective measures. The…

1 May 2024

174 Rescued After Deadly Cable Car Accident in Turkey

At least 1 dead and dozens injured in turkey last night search and rescue and police and medical were called…

15 April 2024

Mother and Son Found Shot Dead in Athens Apartment

Law enforcement authorities were called to a residence in the Athens suburb of Ilioupoli  at around 10:00pm on Wednesday evening…

11 April 2024

Pakistan and Greece Strengthen Cooperation to Combat Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling

Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the Hellenic Police of Greece have formalized their cooperation against human trafficking and migrant…

18 September 2023

West Nile Virus Claims Lives in Greece: Concerns Rise as Cases Increase

On Tuesday, the Greek National Health Care Organisation (EODY) announced that two lives had been lost to the West Nile…

3 August 2023

Seven swimmers died in Greek waters yesterday

Another seven people lost their lives at sea. These are elderly people who were pulled unconscious yesterday, Thursday from sea…

7 July 2023

Pandemic deaths, intubations highest since June in Greece

Greek health authorities announced 1,948 new cases of the coronavirus for the 24-hour period ending 3pm Sunday, as well as…

23 August 2021

Greek health authorities announced 209 new cases of the coronavirus for the 24-hour period ending 3pm Monday, as well as 17 deaths.

Greek health authorities announced 209 new cases of the coronavirus for the 24-hour period ending 3pm Monday, as well as…

22 June 2021

“SOS: Greek population is decreasing and ageing”

The Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (SEV) published its bulletin on Thursday with the alarming title: "SOS: Greek population is decreasing…

7 December 2018

Greece was the second entry point of the more than 120,000 migrants to Europe

The UN's International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that a total of 124,118 refugees and migrants arrived in Europe by…

14 November 2018

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