A 37-year-old foreign national was arrested in the early hours of Friday, March 21, in Glyfada, accused of multiple hotel robberies across Attica. Caught by the Hellenic Police while attempting to rob a hotel with a forged ID and plastic gun, the suspect is linked to five incidents and faces charges of robbery, violence, forgery, and drug and weapon violations.
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Greek authorities have arrested nine Turkish nationals in connection with a fatal attack near Thessaloniki’s Macedonia intercity bus station. The suspects face multiple charges, including weapons and drug violations, immigration offenses, and forgery. Police conducted searches in Attica and Thessaloniki, during which two individuals attempted to flee but were apprehended. The detainees will face prosecution as investigations continue.
Two Albanian men were arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in Thracomacedones on December 15, 2024, which left one dead and another seriously injured. Police found an extensive arsenal of weapons, including Kalashnikov rifles, bulletproof vests, and €79,500 in cash, during searches of their homes in Nea Smyrni and Peristeri. The suspects face multiple charges, including manslaughter, organized crime, and drug trafficking.
Police in Athens have released the name and photo of a 49-year-old man arrested in connection with a significant weapons cache found in Pangrati last month. He faces charges related to illegal possession of explosives, firearms, and ammunition.
Cyprus has bolstered its air defenses with the arrival of the first components of Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system. This acquisition marks a significant step in modernizing the island nation’s military capabilities and comes amidst efforts to replace aging Russian systems hampered by sanctions.
Greek police seized explosives and weapons in an Athens apartment building, raising concerns about potential organized crime or extremist activity. This raid follows a similar operation two weeks prior, and authorities are investigating possible connections.
The trial for the brutal femicide of 41-year-old pregnant woman Georgia, whose body was found in a trunk in January 2024, began today at the Mixed Jury Court of Edessa. The two accused, her 39-year-old partner and his 34-year-old friend, face charges including manslaughter, robbery, and illegal weapon possession. The crime occurred in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, with security footage linking the defendants to the crime scene. Georgia was fatally stabbed, and the two men allegedly killed her to rob her. Both remain in custody as the trial proceeds.
A routine police check in Athens led to the discovery of weapons and explosives in a vehicle, resulting in the arrest of two Albanian nationals. The 39-year-old male suspect, with a history of drug trafficking, and his 33-year-old partner are now under investigation for possible links to organized crime. Authorities are probing whether the explosives were intended for a targeted attack, particularly within the city’s nightlife scene.
The Hellenic Armed Forces have taken a significant step towards modernizing their arsenal with the acquisition of four Belh@rra frigates, including three equipped with the powerful SCALP Naval cruise missiles.
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The United States is considering imposing restrictions on the use of sold weapons by Turkey and Greece, according to a leaked document. The goal is to prevent any further escalation or instability in the region. The details of the proposed restrictions are not yet clear, but they may include limitations on the types of equipment, deployment areas, and circumstances of use. This has sparked controversy and speculation about the motives and potential impact on the relationship between the US and these NATO allies.
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