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Reports emerge that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed following joint U.S.–Israel strikes, though Iranian authorities deny the claims. The situation remains unverified amid regional tensions.
Elefsina, the small port west of Athens with a history dating back to archaic times…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis assured that Greece welcomes deeper cooperation with the United States while firmly upholding existing Chinese investments in strategic infrastructure, particularly ports, as Athens balances ties with both superpowers.
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet today with Cyprus Foreign…
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has arrived in Latin America,…
The US Senate on Monday approved a measure to extend the current continuing resolution (CR)…
The United States has secured regional and international backing for its proposed Gaza resolution at…
The US government has seized more than $US14 billion ($21.6 billion) in bitcoin and charged…
President Erdogan is confident Turkey will rejoin the US F-35 program under an agreement with President Trump, dismissing Greece’s concerns about Turkey’s defense buildup as baseless.
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia (HUC) held its annual Scholarship Awards Dinner on June 6 at the Arts Ballroom, celebrating a new cohort of high-achieving undergraduate and graduate students. The event marked the club’s ongoing commitment to supporting education within the Greek-American community.
Turkish President Erdogan says US CAATSA sanctions on Turkey’s defense sector are easing under President Trump’s “more open, constructive” approach, citing recent US approval of a potential missile sale and improved communication with Trump and the US ambassador.
The US has approved a $304 million missile sale to Turkey to strengthen NATO ties, pending congressional approval. The deal, involving 53 advanced medium-range and 60 Block II missiles, coincides with efforts to mend strained relations over Turkey’s Russian S-400 purchase and US support for Syrian Kurds. Turkey aims to secure F-35 jets and contribute to stabilizing Syria and a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.
Mike Manatos’ appointment brings decades of leadership in Greek-American advocacy to help expand THI’s mission of supporting economic development and humanitarian aid in Greece and Cyprus.
Accompanying the Chief of the National Guard were Brigadier General Yvonne Mays, Adjutant General of the New Jersey National Guard, and Lieutenant Colonel Andreas Andreou, the Defense Attaché at the Embassy of Cyprus in Washington.
The U.S. is pressing Greece to transfer its Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, as reported by Kathimerini. Despite Greece’s reliance on these systems for its own defense, Washington and the EU argue that Ukraine’s needs are greater. With Kyiv facing a missile shortage and stalled U.S. aid, Greece navigates intense pressure to support Ukraine while safeguarding its national security.
Greek shipowners face new US port fees on China-built vessels starting mid-October, as announced by the USTR. Aimed at boosting American shipbuilding, the fees will also affect LNG transport and increase over time, impacting a significant portion of Greece’s fleet.
The European Commission has announced that EU member states approved countermeasures against new US tariffs, effective next Tuesday. Targeting €21 billion in imports like motorcycles and agricultural goods, the measures respond to US tariffs on EU steel and aluminum, though the EU remains open to a fair, negotiated resolution.
A new US bipartisan bill aims to expand the “3+1” partnership with Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, establishing training hubs at CYCLOPS in Cyprus and Souda Naval Base in Crete for counterterrorism and maritime security. The legislation also lifts the US arms embargo on Cyprus and strengthens interparliamentary ties, reflecting a deeper commitment to regional stability.
International flights to Greece are expected to see a 4.6% increase in seat capacity for summer 2025, reaching 28.2 million seats, driven by strong demand from traditional European markets like the UK, Germany, and Italy, as well as emerging growth from Israel, the US, and smaller markets such as Georgia and Armenia, according to INSETE.
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.
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.
Trump recognided Skarlatos’ stopping of 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.
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.
