Trump’s 25% auto import tariffs aim to boost U.S. manufacturing but may spike prices by $12,500 per car. EU’s von der Leyen decries the move, hinting at retaliation as trade tensions rise.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pressed Turkey’s Hakan Fidan on recent arrests and protest crackdowns, while pushing for stronger trade ties. ‘Trade doesn’t excuse democratic lapses,’ Rubio signaled.
Skarlatos is famous for stopping a terrorist attack on a Paris-bound train in 2015.
The Archbishop drew comparison between Trump’s embodiment of Christian faith and Constantine’s championing of Christianity in the 4th century.
Millions of users worldwide are experiencing issues with X (formerly Twitter), with service disruptions reported in the US, UK, and Greece. According to Downdetector.com, users began facing problems before noon in Greece, struggling to access feeds and post content. The cause of the outage remains unclear.
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has now allowed national banks to engage in cryptocurrency activities without needing prior approval, marking a significant shift in regulatory approach towards crypto in the banking sector.
Europe is looking for ways to increase its defense spending with the Commission presenting the…
Greece has many assets that are valuable to any American government, such as its geographical…
Greece is launching a €28 billion, 12-year defense modernization plan focused on acquiring advanced technology like F-35 fighter jets, upgrading naval vessels, and developing a comprehensive air and missile defense system. This investment aims to significantly enhance the capabilities of the Greek Armed Forces.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has requested further clarifications from Turkey regarding its use of the term “TurkAegean” for tourism promotion. Greece raised concerns that the trademark reflects geopolitical ambitions related to the Aegean region. Turkey’s Tourism Promotion and Development Agency has been instructed to provide evidence supporting the choice of the term, with potential sanctions looming if it fails to comply. Legal experts anticipate that the case could take several more years to resolve.
American officials warn of a potential large-scale Turkish military operation against U.S.-backed Kurds in northern Syria, with significant Turkish forces massing near Kobani. A Kurdish official has pleaded for intervention from then President-elect Trump to prevent what could be a catastrophic invasion. Recent diplomatic efforts have failed to de-escalate the situation.
Tuwaiq 4, a multinational military exercise, has commenced in Saudi Arabia. Participating nations include Greece, Jordan, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, the UAE, the UK, and the US.
The United States has authorized the use of missiles with a range capable of striking targets within Russian territory, a move confirmed by EU High Representative Josep Borrell during a meeting of EU foreign ministers. This decision significantly raises the stakes in the ongoing conflict.
President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held an informal discussion in Budapest, focusing on the Cyprus issue and Turkey’s EU aspirations. Christodoulides stressed the importance of UN resolutions in Cyprus talks and linked Turkey’s EU accession to progress on the Cyprus question. The summit also addressed migration and European economic security, with Christodoulides announcing a new initiative to facilitate the return of Syrian refugees.
Turkey has strongly criticized the US decision to extend the lifting of the arms embargo on the Republic of Cyprus, calling it a “serious mistake” that risks sparking an arms race and destabilizing the region.
On Tuesday, the Greek Culture Ministry announced that three Greek antiquities, removed from Greece at…
Turkey has strongly criticized the new defense cooperation agreement between the US and the Republic of Cyprus, claiming it hinders progress on resolving the Cyprus issue. The pact, aimed at strengthening military ties and reassessing regional policies, has prompted Turkey to reaffirm its role as a guarantor state committed to protecting Turkish Cypriots’ security and prosperity.
Iran is preparing to risk an all-out war with Israel within days, in response to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 31 in Tehran.
Greece has finalized a deal to acquire 20 advanced F-35A Lightning II fighter jets from the United States, marking a significant upgrade to its military capabilities. The agreement, valued at €3.47 billion, includes an option to purchase an additional 20 aircraft in the future. Defense Minister Nikos Dendias hailed the acquisition as a crucial step in bolstering Greece’s defense posture and deterring potential threats.
A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the future of the US-Turkey F-16 deal as Ankara pushes for significant revisions. While originally hailed as a sign of renewed cooperation following Turkey’s approval of Sweden’s NATO bid, the downsized purchase and demands for technology transfer could create new points of friction between Washington and Ankara.