Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport surged by 10.8% in March 2025, reaching 2.22 million travelers, driven by a strong rise in international arrivals. The airport also recorded an 11.4% increase in total traffic for the first quarter of the year, highlighting its growing role as a key travel hub in Southeast Europe.
Tag: March 2025
In a dramatic clash in Lamia, Greece, on March 27, 2025, Archimandrite Ignatios Sapios, a controversial cleric, erupted in fury after traffic police removed the license plates from his illegally parked car. Waving a chalice and claiming he had just administered Holy Communion to a dying woman, Sapios hurled insults and curses at the officers, calling them “Kasselakis’ kids,” before attempting to physically resist. The chaotic scene, captured on video, ended with his arrest and transfer to a psychiatric clinic in Larissa, reigniting debates about faith, authority, and the law in modern Greece.
Greek singer Haris Varthakouris shared a tough update on Instagram, revealing he’s bedridden with illness on his birthday while his daughter recovers from an accident on crutches. Linking the family’s misfortunes to the “evil eye” after recent backlash, he’s canceled upcoming shows, leaving fans concerned and intrigued.
Trailing by 15 with eight minutes left, European champions Panathinaikos pulled off a jaw-dropping 99-92 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv in Euroleague Round 31. Kendrick Nunn (26 points) and Juancho Hernangómez (18 points) ignited a furious comeback, securing a vital road win in Belgrade and keeping the Greens in the race for second place.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is in Paris today for a high-stakes summit on Ukraine’s peace and security, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. On Friday, he will make history in the first-ever Greece-France-Cyprus-Lebanon leaders’ meeting, reinforcing Greece’s role as a regional stabilizer. With a subsequent trip to Israel planned, Mitsotakis is positioning Greece at the heart of international diplomacy.
As Greece awaits answers in the Tempi train disaster, former deputy minister Christos Triantopoulos is set to testify before Parliament’s preliminary committee on Friday. With the majority pushing to conclude proceedings swiftly and the opposition decrying a rushed process, the outcome of this session could determine whether the case heads to a special court. The nation watches closely as the investigation balances political tensions and judicial scrutiny.
A wildfire ignited in Ano Vlasia near Kalavryta on March 24, 2025, sending 16 firefighters, two vehicles, and a helicopter scrambling to douse the flames in the forested hills. With the Greek Fire Service’s 6th EMODE teams on the ground, the race is on to contain the blaze before it engulfs more of the Peloponnese wilderness.
In a stunning bust that has rocked Greece, three men tied to prominent families were arrested on March 21, 2025, for running a sophisticated drug trafficking ring in southeastern Attica. The suspects, including the son of a shipping magnate and a well-known doctor’s heir, allegedly peddled everything from pink cocaine to LSD, hiding their stash in juice cartons and oil bottles. With profits soaring past €200,000, the Hellenic Police swooped in, seizing kilos of drugs and shattering the illusion of privilege gone untarnished.
Athens Mayor Haris Doukas has rallied behind Istanbul’s Ekrem Imamoglu, declaring, “Ekrem, you are not alone,” as he joins 14 European mayors in condemning political crackdowns in Turkey. With a signed declaration and a call for a European Socialist Party resolution, Doukas demands Imamoglu’s release and an end to attacks on democracy, uniting cities like Athens and Paris in a stand for justice.
Central Athens will see major road closures and parking bans starting Monday morning as the city hosts a student parade for Greece’s March 25th National Anniversary. Key avenues like Vasilissis Amalias and Syngrou will be affected, with restrictions extending to Attica municipalities on Tuesday. The Hellenic Police urge drivers to avoid these zones and follow traffic guidance to ensure a smooth celebration.
A relentless wildfire rages on in Evia’s Kallianos area, where 45 firefighters battle flames fueled by strong winds in rugged terrain. Meanwhile, in Lefkada, a blaze near Agios Nikitas is partially contained after 75 firefighters and heavy machinery were deployed. Greece’s 112 system sounded the alarm, urging evacuations and readiness as the islands confront nature’s fury on March 23, 2025.
As Greece bids farewell to a recent cold snap, the National Meteorological Service (EMY) predicts a spring-like shift for Thursday, March 20, 2025. Temperatures will climb to 16°C in parts of the country, though fierce winds up to 8 Beaufort will continue to sweep the Aegean. While most regions enjoy clear skies, Crete braces for rain and light mountain snow, keeping the weather a mixed bag for the nation.
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In a dramatic takedown at Athens’ Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, Greek police arrested two men, aged 31 and 32, on March 18, 2025, uncovering a suitcase packed with over 11,000 pharmaceutical tablets and 3,000 narcotic pills. The suspects, believed to be part of an international drug ring, were caught in a sting operation as one awaited the other outside the terminal, exposing a sophisticated smuggling plot targeting Greece.
Greek singer Antonis Remos, in an interview on Alpha TV’s “Autopsy,” expressed that Kyriakos Mitsotakis deserves to govern, while reflecting on Alexis Tsipras’s tenure and criticizing the Prespa Agreement as “criminal.” He emphasized artists should avoid political agendas and highlighted the tax burden on the middle class.
An American Airlines flight with 178 passengers aboard caught fire on the tarmac after an emergency landing at Denver International Airport on Thursday evening, March 13, 2025. Passengers were forced to evacuate by climbing onto the plane’s wing as emergency crews rushed to respond.
The Milwaukee Bucks fell 112-100 to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a disappointing home loss, marking their second consecutive defeat. Despite the setback, Giannis Antetokounmpo made history, scoring 30 points and entering the NBA’s top-50 all-time scoring list. The Cavaliers, led by Max Strus and Evan Mobley, improved to 54-10 on the season, while the Bucks (36-27) now look ahead to their next game against the Indiana Pacers.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa assured the public Sunday that recent security disturbances along Syria’s coastal region are now “under control,” describing them as “anticipated challenges.” Speaking after dawn prayers at a mosque in Damascus’ Al Mezzeh district, Sharaa said, “The crisis has been resolved peacefully,” emphasizing the need for national unity and civil harmony. “We are fully capable of coexisting in this country to the greatest extent possible,” he added. The remarks follow coordinated attacks by Assad regime loyalists in Latakia and Tartus, prompting sweeping security operations.
Athens will impose traffic restrictions on Sunday, March 9th, from 07:00 to 14:00 due to the Athens Half Marathon and related events. Key streets, including Amalias Avenue and Vassilissis Sofias Avenue, will be affected by road closures and parking bans. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes and can contact Athens Police for guidance during the event hours.
An informal five-party conference on the Cyprus issue will take place in Geneva on 17-18 March 2025, with official invitations extended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides and Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis have confirmed their participation. The Cypriot government aims to achieve a positive outcome, focusing on the resumption of negotiations to address the long-standing Cyprus problem. Further details on the conference agenda will be announced in due course.