An undersea telecommunications cable connecting Finland and Germany has been severed, according to Finnish network operator Cinia. While the cause remains unknown, officials suspect external impact. Despite the break, internet traffic remains unaffected due to alternative data routes.
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In 2022, nearly 9% of EU graduates studied abroad, with Greece emerging as a key destination, particularly for students from Cyprus, hosting 54.3% of its mobile graduates. The EU’s top destinations included Spain, the UK, and the US, reflecting strong cross-border education ties. France, Germany, and Italy contributed the highest numbers of students in mobility programmes.
Turkey has confirmed the purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, marking a significant step in its defense modernization efforts. Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Güler announced that Germany, after initial resistance, approved the deal with support from NATO allies Britain, Italy, and Spain. Alongside plans to acquire 40 U.S.-made F-16 Vipers, the move underscores Turkey’s balancing of European and American defense partnerships. Güler also highlighted progress in Greek-Turkish relations while reiterating Turkey’s firm stance on a two-state solution for Cyprus.
The German parties agree to hold snap elections on February 23rd - ARD
Greece is poised to become a major green hydrogen exporter, targeting Germany and Central European countries. Leveraging its renewable energy resources and strategic location, Greece aims to decarbonize its domestic industries while contributing to Germany's growing hydrogen demand. This partnership positions Greece as a key player in the European hydrogen market.
Victoria Karyda shared an emotional tribute on Instagram to mark the six-year anniversary of her husband Yannis Makris's tragic murder. Reflecting on the enduring impact of his loss, Karyda posted a heartfelt message alongside a photo of the couple. Since the incident, she has embraced a quieter life, focusing on a real estate career and residing in Germany.
Greece has renewed its demand for reparations from Germany for the devastation caused during World War II. In a meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou underscored the importance of addressing forced loans and atrocities committed by Nazi forces in Greece. While Germany acknowledges moral responsibility, it maintains that the matter is legally resolved.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited the village of Kandanos in Crete to formally apologise for Nazi atrocities committed there during World War II. Speaking in Greek, Steinmeier sought forgiveness on behalf of Germany, acknowledging the brutality inflicted and the need for lasting remembrance. His visit, which included laying a wreath and meeting with survivors, has renewed calls for dialogue on reparations, a subject raised by Kandanos’ mayor as essential to Greek-German reconciliation.
During a meeting at the Maximos Mansion in Athens, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed the unresolved matter of World War II reparations with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, amidst ongoing dialogue about economic recovery and strengthened relations between Greece and Germany.
Greece has reopened discussions with Germany over World War II reparations, citing unresolved historical issues. While Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou presses for negotiations, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier reaffirms Germany's legal stance that the matter is closed. Despite Greece's 2015 claim of €278.7 billion owed, Germany maintains that previous settlements are final.
OXI Day on October 28, 1940, commemorates the anniversary when former military general and Prime…
On October 15, an architectural stone fragment from the Middle Byzantine period was repatriated to Greece from Mainz, Germany. Measuring 0.15m in height and adorned with a spiraling vine design, the artifact originates from Acrocorinth and reflects its rich architectural heritage. The return process began in spring 2022 when a German citizen inherited the fragment and contacted the Greek General Consulate in Frankfurt. This repatriation is part of a broader trend of cultural property returns, highlighting the growing awareness of the importance of preserving and returning artifacts to their countries of origin. The fragment will be handed over to the Corinthian Antiquities Ephorate.
In July 2024, Greece recorded the highest rate of first-time asylum applicants in the EU, with 55.1 applicants per 100,000 people. Eurostat reported a total of 74,695 first-time asylum applications across the EU, a 7.5% decrease from the previous year. Syrians, Afghans, and Venezuelans were the largest groups seeking asylum, while Germany, Italy, Spain, and France received the majority of applications. Additionally, 2,985 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum, with most coming from Syria, Afghanistan, and Egypt.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis cautioned against outsourcing EU asylum policy to non-member countries as migration tops the agenda at a leaders' summit. He highlighted the need for legal migration alongside efforts to curb irregular entries, emphasizing Greece's labor shortages while addressing criticisms over treatment of asylum seekers.
Germany and Turkey are locked in tense negotiations over the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, with conflicting reports emerging about potential preconditions and guarantees. While Turkey insists on a clean deal without limitations on the use of the aircraft, leaked information suggests Germany seeks assurances that the jets won't escalate tensions with Greece in the Aegean Sea.
Greece is considering a new legislative regulation to exempt tips below a certain threshold from taxation, following a Supreme Court ruling that classified all tips as taxable income. The proposed regulation aims to provide relief for employees and businesses affected by the recent decision.
During the WWII occupation of Greece, the Nazi regime imposed a forced occupation loan on the country. This controversial topic is explored in detail by journalist and political analyst Giorgos Harvalias. The Nazis systematically pillaged Greek assets, exploiting the country's economy for their own gain. Despite the immense damage caused, Greece continues to seek reparations from Germany for the forced loan.
Turkey has begun negotiations with Germany for the purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon jets, following the lifting of Germany's objections to the sale of 40 aircraft. A technical delegation from the Eurofighter consortium, including experts from the UK, Italy, Spain, and Germany, is in Turkey for talks expected to last about three weeks. If successful, Turkey plans to acquire 24 jets initially, with the potential to increase the order to 40. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is scheduled to visit Turkey on October 19 to meet with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
The Schengen Agreement, designed to ensure free movement across EU countries, is facing challenges as several nations reintroduce border controls citing security concerns and political pressure. This shift poses questions about the stability of one of the European Union's fundamental principles.
On October 4 1943 (anniversary today), a detachment of German and Italian forces on the…