Greek Presidential Guard anniversary celebrates 157 years as Evzones host President Tasoulas for traditional luncheon in Athens.
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Evzones get emotional after final service in the Presidential Guard, with tears marking the end of their prestigious duty in Athens. Discover why these moments capture national hearts.
Dozens of Rouvikonas members were detained after protesting with slogans and a banner at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, defying a new law banning demonstrations in the area.
In a symbolic ceremony in Athens, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis—despite recovering from COVID-19—joined Defense Minister Nikos Dendias to unveil the new bioclimatic facade of Greece’s Pentagon building. The modern design, blending sustainability with echoes of ancient columns and the fustanella, honors 121,000 fallen soldiers while reflecting the armed forces’ €28 billion modernization, including Rafale, F-35 jets, and Belharra frigates. As leaders celebrated heritage and strength, military unions protested nearby against a controversial reform bill.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveiled a striking new bioclimatic facade and public space at the Ministry of National Defence in Athens on October 29, 2025, marking a major step in transforming Greece’s Armed Forces with a landmark €28 billion, 12-year modernization program.
A “paper war” of announcements has erupted between the Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, and the Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, after recent changes to the law governing the cleaning and maintenance of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens.
The Greek Ministry of National Defence has announced it will take measures to ensure the…
Greece’s conservative government faces fierce backlash after proposing a ban on protests at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens. Opposition parties accuse Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of undermining free expression and reacting to mounting anger over the 2023 Tempi train disaster.
The Greek Parliament on Thursday rejected opposition appeals claiming unconstitutionality of a government amendment concerning…
The Greek government on Monday submitted to Parliament an amendment prohibiting demonstrations in front of…
The Greek government plans to introduce a law imposing up to two years in prison for vandalism or protests at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens, a move that has sparked constitutional debate.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that the Defense Ministry will take exclusive oversight of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, following controversy over its use as a protest site. The decision aims to preserve the monument’s sanctity, with legislative changes set for next week.
Greek police arrested five people after a violent altercation between Israelis and Palestinians broke out in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Syntagma Square. The incident, captured on video, shows shocking brutality.
In a social media post, the Minister of Migration and Asylum, Thanos Plevris, commented on…
A surprising incident unfolded in Syntagma Square when a Parliament employee was arrested for attempting to deface the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with offensive slogans following the March 25th celebrations in Athens.
Konstantinos Tasoulas took office as Greece’s ninth President of the Republic on 13 March, sworn in at Parliament amid a ceremonial flourish. After laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, he received the handover from Katerina Sakellaropoulou at the Presidential Palace, gifting her a copy of the ‘Hymn to Liberty.’ In his first address, Tasoulas vowed to uphold the Constitution and tackle pressing challenges, from the Tempi tragedy to shifting geopolitics, calling national unity ‘an unbreakable condition’ for progress.
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.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of Athens’ most iconic and visited monuments, turns…
In the heart of Athens, a relentless heatwave grips the city, pushing temperatures to a…
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located in Syntagma Square in Athens by the Hellenic Parliament building.
Athens is the capital of the Modern Greek state since 1834. The city has a…
Something unique to Greece is the Evzones and the Changing of the Guard at Syntagma…
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of Athens’ most iconic and visited monuments, turns…
A 58-year-old farmer with psychological problems parked his vehicle close to the Tomb of the…
“I want the Greek DNA showcased in this exhibition to trigger pride, acknowledgement and a respect for the modern world’s roots.” Melbourne leg of Nick Bourdaniotis’ “The Evzones Collection” photography exhibition national tour a resounding success.
Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, departed from Greece on Thursday following…
Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, said he is “delighted” to be back in Greece,…
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall have been invited by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to participate in the events marking the bicentenary of the Greek War of Independence and will be attending a reception at the newly re-opened National Gallery of Greece on the evening of March 24.
Cleaning works are being carried out at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens,…
Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias welcomed Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at Athens International…
