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Nobel economics prize goes to 3 economists who found that freer societies are more likely to prosper
Read full article: Nobel economics prize goes to 3 economists who found that freer societies are more likely to prosperThe Nobel memorial prize in economics has been awarded to three U.S.-based academics who studied why some countries are rich and others poor and have documented that freer, open societies are more likely to prosper.
England gets back to winning ways but interim coach Carsley says team needs a 'world class' manager
Read full article: England gets back to winning ways but interim coach Carsley says team needs a 'world class' managerAfter three wins from four games as England interim coach, Lee Carsley has appeared to distance himself from taking on the job full time.
No. 5 Georgia bounces back from loss at Alabama, makes it 8 in a row over Auburn 31-13
Read full article: No. 5 Georgia bounces back from loss at Alabama, makes it 8 in a row over Auburn 31-13Trevor Etienne ran for two touchdowns as No. 5 Georgia bounced back from its first regular-season loss in almost four years with a 31-13 victory over Auburn.
Greek singer Marinella is in stable but critical condition after collapsing during a concert
Read full article: Greek singer Marinella is in stable but critical condition after collapsing during a concertPopular Greek singer Marinella is in stable but critical condition in an Athens hospital, a day after collapsing on stage during a concert in the ancient Herod Atticus theater.
Keith Urban plays free pop-up concert outside a Buc-ee's store in Alabama
Read full article: Keith Urban plays free pop-up concert outside a Buc-ee's store in AlabamaCountry singer Keith Urban gave just a few hours’ notice before performing a free concert in the parking lot of a convenience store and gas station in north Alabama.
Crews battle scattered fires in Athens suburbs, helped by calmer winds and reinforcements
Read full article: Crews battle scattered fires in Athens suburbs, helped by calmer winds and reinforcementsFirefighters in Greece are battling scattered fires, hoping to end the major wildfire that burned into the northern suburbs of Athens, triggering evacuations and leaving at least one person dead.
Drop in winds offers hope as firefighters battle huge wildfire on fringes of Athens. 1 person dead
Read full article: Drop in winds offers hope as firefighters battle huge wildfire on fringes of Athens. 1 person deadA major forest fire has raged into the northern suburbs of Athens, killing one person and triggering evacuations of several areas as swirling winds hampered efforts of hundreds of firefighters and dozens of water-dropping planes.
Albania's governing Socialist Party wins mayoral poll in a town with ethnic Greek minority
Read full article: Albania's governing Socialist Party wins mayoral poll in a town with ethnic Greek minorityPreliminary results show Albania's governing Socialist Party candidate Vangjel Tavo has won the mayoral election in the southwestern town of Himara.
Greece shuts Acropolis, 2 firefighters killed in Italy as southern Europe swelters in a heat wave
Read full article: Greece shuts Acropolis, 2 firefighters killed in Italy as southern Europe swelters in a heat waveA heat wave across southern Europe forced authorities in Greece to close the Acropolis for several hours in the middle of the day and two firefighters died in southern Italy while putting out a wildfire.
Firefighters battle wildfires on 2 Greek islands as premier warns of a dangerous summer
Read full article: Firefighters battle wildfires on 2 Greek islands as premier warns of a dangerous summerFirefighters battled wildfires that broke out on the eastern Aegean islands of Chios and Kos and injured five people, as Greece’s prime minister warned of a dangerous summer ahead.
Georgia's Charlie Condon, the national home run and batting leader, wins Golden Spikes Award
Read full article: Georgia's Charlie Condon, the national home run and batting leader, wins Golden Spikes AwardGeorgia’s Charlie Condon was selected the winner of the Golden Spikes Award as the top amateur baseball player in the nation.
Heat forces Greek authorities to shut down Acropolis during afternoon hours for a second day
Read full article: Heat forces Greek authorities to shut down Acropolis during afternoon hours for a second dayGreek authorities have closed down the Acropolis for much of the afternoon for a second day as the country swelters under unseasonably high temperatures.
Celebrations in Greece as Olympiakos beats Fiorentina 1-0 for first European title
Read full article: Celebrations in Greece as Olympiakos beats Fiorentina 1-0 for first European titleOlympiakos has won Greece’s first European club title by beating Fiorentina 1-0 after extra time in the Europa Conference League final.
Europe's cybersecurity chief says disruptive attacks have doubled in 2024, sees Russia behind many
Read full article: Europe's cybersecurity chief says disruptive attacks have doubled in 2024, sees Russia behind manyThe top European Union cybersecurity official says that disruptive digital attacks have doubled in the 27-member bloc in recent months and election-related services are also being targeted.
Wary of wars in Gaza and Ukraine, old foes Turkey and Greece test a friendship initiative
Read full article: Wary of wars in Gaza and Ukraine, old foes Turkey and Greece test a friendship initiativeOld foes Turkey and Greece are set to test a five-month-old friendship initiative when Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visits Ankara.
Greece boosts special firefighting units to cope with its growing heat risk
Read full article: Greece boosts special firefighting units to cope with its growing heat riskUnder pressure to cope with the impact of rising temperatures, Greece's emergency response planners are shifting tactics this summer.
5 former officials are convicted over Greece's deadliest wildfire but are freed after being fined
Read full article: 5 former officials are convicted over Greece's deadliest wildfire but are freed after being finedA Greek court has convicted five former firefighting and disaster response officials over the deadliest wildfire in the country’s history, with more than 100 people killed outside the capital.
A Greek lawmaker faces a criminal charge for allegedly punching a colleague
Read full article: A Greek lawmaker faces a criminal charge for allegedly punching a colleagueA far-right Greek lawmaker has been charged with criminal assault for allegedly punching a colleague on the sidelines of a parliamentary debate.
Carli Lloyd turns diplomat and takes a US message to kids in Greece
Read full article: Carli Lloyd turns diplomat and takes a US message to kids in GreeceOne of America’s greatest soccer players is spending the week in Greece working with kids and reminding everyone that the most important moments in sports don’t always end with a group of Champagne-soaked winners holding up a trophy.
Martian skies over Athens? Greece's capital turns an orange hue with dust clouds from North Africa
Read full article: Martian skies over Athens? Greece's capital turns an orange hue with dust clouds from North AfricaSkies over southern Greece have turned an orange hue as dust clouds blown across the Mediterranean Sea from North Africa engulfed the Acropolis and other Athens landmarks.
Europe is the fastest-warming continent, at nearly twice the average global rate, report says
Read full article: Europe is the fastest-warming continent, at nearly twice the average global rate, report saysTwo top climate monitoring organizations are reporting that Europe is the fastest-warming continent and its temperatures are rising at roughly twice the global average.
Unions in Greece call widespread strikes, seeking a return to bargaining rights axed during bailouts
Read full article: Unions in Greece call widespread strikes, seeking a return to bargaining rights axed during bailoutsStrikes called by Greece’s largest labor union have halted ferries, disrupted public transport services and left some state-run hospitals running on emergency staffing levels in Athens and elsewhere.
At birthplace of Olympics, performers at flame-lighting ceremony feel a pull of the ancient past
Read full article: At birthplace of Olympics, performers at flame-lighting ceremony feel a pull of the ancient pastEvery two years, a countdown to the Olympic Games is launched from its ancient birthplace with a flame-lighting ceremony in southern Greece at ancient Olympia.
Study says since 1979 climate change has made heat waves last longer, spike hotter, hurt more people
Read full article: Study says since 1979 climate change has made heat waves last longer, spike hotter, hurt more peopleA new study says climate change is making giant heat waves crawl slower across the globe and they are baking more people for a longer time with higher temperatures over larger areas.
Worried about threats to global democracy? Elect more women in 2024, a senior UN official says
Read full article: Worried about threats to global democracy? Elect more women in 2024, a senior UN official saysVoters around the world who worry about growing threats to democratic freedoms should consider electing more women in countries’ national elections this year.
Hundreds line up to pay tribute to slain Georgia nursing student who loved caring for others
Read full article: Hundreds line up to pay tribute to slain Georgia nursing student who loved caring for othersHundreds of people lined up to pay respects before the funeral of a nursing student found slain on the University of Georgia campus.
Georgia House passes bill requiring jailers to identify and hold immigrants after student's killing
Read full article: Georgia House passes bill requiring jailers to identify and hold immigrants after student's killingGeorgia House Republicans are backing a bill that would require every eligible police and sheriff’s department to help identify undocumented immigrants and detain them for possible deportation.
Greece takes the helm in an EU naval mission in the Red Sea
Read full article: Greece takes the helm in an EU naval mission in the Red SeaGreece has formally agreed to participate in and lead a European Union maritime security operation in the Red Sea to protect commercial shipping from attacks by Houthi militants in Yemen.
Police arrest man in killing of nursing student at University of Georgia
Read full article: Police arrest man in killing of nursing student at University of GeorgiaPolice say they have arrested a man in connection with the killing of a nursing student whose body was found on the University of Georgia campus in Athens.
University of Georgia cancels classes after woman found dead on campus
Read full article: University of Georgia cancels classes after woman found dead on campusThe University of Georgia has canceled classes after authorities say a woman was found dead on campus after a friend told police she had not returned from a morning run.
'Without us, you don’t eat': Greek farmers drive tractors to parliament to demand financial help
Read full article: 'Without us, you don’t eat': Greek farmers drive tractors to parliament to demand financial helpScores of tractors have been parked outside Greece’s parliament as thousands of farmers angry at high production costs shifted their protests to Athens.
Greece becomes first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriage
Read full article: Greece becomes first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriageGreece has become the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex civil marriage, despite opposition from Church officials.
Greek lawmakers are debating a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage. Here's what it means
Read full article: Greek lawmakers are debating a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage. Here's what it meansLawmakers in Greece have begun a debate on a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage.
For rights campaigner in Greece, same-sex marriage recognition follows decades of struggle
Read full article: For rights campaigner in Greece, same-sex marriage recognition follows decades of struggleYears before starting a family of her own, Stella Belia was already waging a tireless campaign for legal recognition.
Hundreds of protesters opposed to bill allowing same-sex marriage rally in Greek capital
Read full article: Hundreds of protesters opposed to bill allowing same-sex marriage rally in Greek capitalMore than 1,500 protesters have gathered in central Athens to oppose legislation that would legalize same-sex marriage in Greece.
Greece faces growing opposition from the Orthodox Church over plans to legalize same-sex marriage
Read full article: Greece faces growing opposition from the Orthodox Church over plans to legalize same-sex marriageGreece’s center-right government is speeding up its timetable to legalize same-sex marriage despite growing opposition from the powerful Orthodox Church.
The EU loses about a million workers per year due to aging. Migration official urges legal options
Read full article: The EU loses about a million workers per year due to aging. Migration official urges legal optionsThe European Union’s top official for migration says member states will have to confront tough policy challenges to cope with the continent’s aging population.
In latest crackdown on violence, Greece bans fans at all top-flight matches for two months
Read full article: In latest crackdown on violence, Greece bans fans at all top-flight matches for two monthsAll top-flight soccer matches in Greece will be played without fans in the stadiums for the next two months, in the latest crackdown on supporter violence following a sport-related riot last week that left a police officer with life-threatening injuries.
Turkey's Erdogan accuses the West of 'barbarism' and Islamophobia in the war in Gaza
Read full article: Turkey's Erdogan accuses the West of 'barbarism' and Islamophobia in the war in GazaTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has used a speech on human rights to accuse the West of “barbarism” for its stance on the Israel-Hamas war and what he alleged was its toleration of Islamophobia.
Turkish and Greek leaders turn on the charm in Athens as they vow to leave years of animosity behind
Read full article: Turkish and Greek leaders turn on the charm in Athens as they vow to leave years of animosity behindLongtime regional rivals Greece and Turkey have made a significant step in mending ties during a visit to Athens by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
A bedbug hoax is targeting foreign visitors in Athens. Now the Greek police have been called in
Read full article: A bedbug hoax is targeting foreign visitors in Athens. Now the Greek police have been called inGreece’s health ministry is seeking police help against hoaxers who tried to scare foreign tourists out of several Athens short-term rental apartments by inventing a bedbug crisis.
Greek officials angry and puzzled after UK's Sunak scraps leaders' meeting over Parthenon Marbles
Read full article: Greek officials angry and puzzled after UK's Sunak scraps leaders' meeting over Parthenon MarblesGreek officials say they will continue talks with the British Museum on bringing the Parthenon Marbles back to Athens.
Greece's left-wing opposition party slips into crisis as lawmakers quit in defiance of new leader
Read full article: Greece's left-wing opposition party slips into crisis as lawmakers quit in defiance of new leaderGreece’s main left-wing opposition party, Syriza, has suffered a damaging setback as nine lawmakers quit the party in protest against its newly elected leadership.
Georgia jumps to No. 1 in CFP rankings past Ohio State. Michigan and Florida State remain in top 4
Read full article: Georgia jumps to No. 1 in CFP rankings past Ohio State. Michigan and Florida State remain in top 4Georgia has moved up to No. 1 in the College Football Playoff rankings, nudging past Ohio State, with third-place Michigan and fourth-place Florida State holding their spots in the top four.
AP Top 25: Georgia's No. 1 streak hits 22, second-best ever. Louisville, Oregon State enter top 10
Read full article: AP Top 25: Georgia's No. 1 streak hits 22, second-best ever. Louisville, Oregon State enter top 10Georgia extended its streak of weeks being top-ranked in the AP Top 25 to 22, giving the Bulldogs the second-longest run of being No. 1 in the history of the college football poll.
As price of olive oil soars, chainsaw-wielding thieves target Mediterranean's century-old trees
Read full article: As price of olive oil soars, chainsaw-wielding thieves target Mediterranean's century-old treesIn the Mediterranean's olive-growing countries, the extreme weather caused by climate change is taking a toll.
An app shows how ancient Greek sites looked thousands of years ago. It's a glimpse of future tech
Read full article: An app shows how ancient Greek sites looked thousands of years ago. It's a glimpse of future techGreece has become a late but enthusiastic convert to new technology as a way of displaying its famous archaeological monuments and deepening visitors' knowledge of ancient history.
Beck, Bowers pace No. 1 Georgia's offensive attack in dominant victory over No. 20 Kentucky
Read full article: Beck, Bowers pace No. 1 Georgia's offensive attack in dominant victory over No. 20 KentuckyCarson Beck passed for 389 yards and four touchdowns, Brock Bowers had seven catches for 132 yards and No. 1 Georgia cruised to a 51-13 victory over No. 20 Kentucky.
Greek ferry crews call a strike over work conditions after the death of a passenger pushed overboard
Read full article: Greek ferry crews call a strike over work conditions after the death of a passenger pushed overboardTravelers to Greece’s popular island destinations will face disruptions next week because of a 24-hour strike by ferry crews on Sept. 13.
Former east Texas mayor gets 5 years in prison for sending explicit messages to investigators posing as teen girl
Read full article: Former east Texas mayor gets 5 years in prison for sending explicit messages to investigators posing as teen girlThe former mayor of an east Texas city has been sentenced for sending sexually explicit messages to investigators who were posing as a 15-year-old girl.
Greek ferry captain, 3 seamen charged over death of tardy passenger pushed into sea by crew member
Read full article: Greek ferry captain, 3 seamen charged over death of tardy passenger pushed into sea by crew memberA Greek prosecutor has brought criminal charges against an island ferry captain and three of his crew over the death of a tardy passenger who was pushed by a crew member into the sea as he tried to board the departing vessel.
A massive wildfire in northeastern Greece is gradually abating, with over 700 firefighters deployed
Read full article: A massive wildfire in northeastern Greece is gradually abating, with over 700 firefighters deployedGreek firefighters say a massive wildfire that decimated vast tracts of forest in northeastern Greece over 17 days is gradually abating, although hundreds of firefighters are still tackling pockets that continue to burn.
Massive Greek wildfire now in its 11th day is the biggest ever recorded in the EU
Read full article: Massive Greek wildfire now in its 11th day is the biggest ever recorded in the EUA massive wildfire is burning unabated in northeastern Greece for the 11th day despite the efforts of hundreds of firefighters and a fleet of water-dropping aircraft.
More than 600 firefighters backed by water-dropping aircraft struggle to control wildfires in Greece
Read full article: More than 600 firefighters backed by water-dropping aircraft struggle to control wildfires in GreeceMore than 600 firefighters are battling three major wildfires in Greece, two of which have been raging for days.
The death toll from wildfires in Greece this week rises to 21 after another victim is found
Read full article: The death toll from wildfires in Greece this week rises to 21 after another victim is foundAuthorities battling a major wildfire in northeastern Greece that has been described as the European Union’s largest recorded single fire have recovered another body.
Greek authorities order 105 soccer fans to be detained pending trial after fatal clash
Read full article: Greek authorities order 105 soccer fans to be detained pending trial after fatal clashAll 105 soccer fans suspected of being involved in extensive clashes in the Greek capital that ended in the death of a 29-year-old AEK Athens supporter have been ordered to be detained pending their trial.
Nearly 100 Croatian soccer fans face murder, gang-related charges in Greece after deadly violence
Read full article: Nearly 100 Croatian soccer fans face murder, gang-related charges in Greece after deadly violenceNearly 100 Croatian soccer fans have appeared in an Athens court to face serious criminal charges that include murder and membership of a criminal organization, over their alleged involvement in deadly fan violence.
Fan killed in Greece during clashes between rival supporters. UEFA postpones Champions League game
Read full article: Fan killed in Greece during clashes between rival supporters. UEFA postpones Champions League gameA 29-year-old fan has been killed in fierce overnight clashes between rival supporters in the Greek capital.
A Greek zoo serves up frozen meals to animals to help them beat the heat
Read full article: A Greek zoo serves up frozen meals to animals to help them beat the heatA zoo outside Athens is feeding animals with frozen meals to help shield them from the searing heat as heat wave temperatures return to Greece.
As crews contain Europe fires, Pope Francis sounds alarm on climate threat to 'our common home'
Read full article: As crews contain Europe fires, Pope Francis sounds alarm on climate threat to 'our common home'Pope Francis has urged governments to do more to fight climate change and protect “our common home” as improving weather conditions help firefighters contain wildfires in Greece, Italy and other countries in southern Europe.
Wildfire in Greece triggers explosions at an ammunition depot and the relocation of fighter jets
Read full article: Wildfire in Greece triggers explosions at an ammunition depot and the relocation of fighter jetsA wildfire has triggered a series of massive explosions at an air force ammunition depot in central Greece.
Fire crews lose control of blaze near Athens as southern Europe heat wave keeps communities on alert
Read full article: Fire crews lose control of blaze near Athens as southern Europe heat wave keeps communities on alertEvening winds have caused a major wildfire burning west of Greece’s capital to flare up again.
European Union rushes firefighters to Greece as grueling Mediterranean heat wave takes toll
Read full article: European Union rushes firefighters to Greece as grueling Mediterranean heat wave takes tollFirefighting aircraft and ground crews from several other countries are heading to Greece as wildfires intensify during a relentless heat wave.
Tourists and residents warned to stay inside as deadly heat hits Europe during peak travel season
Read full article: Tourists and residents warned to stay inside as deadly heat hits Europe during peak travel seasonOfficials are warning residents and tourists packing Mediterranean destinations to stay indoors during the hottest hours as the second heat wave in as many weeks hits the region and Greece, Spain and Switzerland battle wildfires.
Wind-fanned wildfires force thousands to flee seaside resorts outside Greek capital
Read full article: Wind-fanned wildfires force thousands to flee seaside resorts outside Greek capitalWildfires outside Athens forced thousands to flee seaside resorts, closed highways and gutted vacation homes Monday, with high winds pushing flames through hillside scrub and pine forests parched by days of extreme heat.
Acropolis' midday closure leaves many tourists in the lurch as a heat wave lashes southern Europe
Read full article: Acropolis' midday closure leaves many tourists in the lurch as a heat wave lashes southern EuropeDisgruntled tourists are bemoaning the temporary closing of the Acropolis in Athens as Greek authorities proactively shut the world monument’s gates between midday and early evening amid a heat wave gripping southern Europe.
A heat wave named Cerberus has southern Europe in its jaws, and it's only going to get worse
Read full article: A heat wave named Cerberus has southern Europe in its jaws, and it's only going to get worseCountries in southern Europe are preparing emergency measures at the start of a heat wave that is expected to push temperatures to 45 degrees Celsius (113F) in some areas over the next few days.
Tourists are packing European hotspots, boosted by Americans
Read full article: Tourists are packing European hotspots, boosted by AmericansCrowds are packing the Colosseum, the Louvre, the Acropolis and other major attractions as tourism exceeds 2019 records in some of Europe’s most popular destinations.
Greece's government wins vote of confidence in Parliament to begin a second 4-year term
Read full article: Greece's government wins vote of confidence in Parliament to begin a second 4-year termGreece’s conservative government has won a vote of confidence in Parliament to start its second four-year term.
AMBER Alert issued for 2 missing girls from Athens believed to be in ‘grave danger’
Read full article: AMBER Alert issued for 2 missing girls from Athens believed to be in ‘grave danger’An AMBER Alert has been issued for two girls from Athens, Texas who authorities said are believed to be in grave danger.
After elections, Greece vows to continue 'strict but fair' migration policy
Read full article: After elections, Greece vows to continue 'strict but fair' migration policyGreece’s new migration minister is promising to continue a “strict but fair” policy toward migration and attempts at illegal entry into the country.
Far-right parties make comeback in Greek election as conservatives sweep back to power
Read full article: Far-right parties make comeback in Greek election as conservatives sweep back to powerFar-right parties have made a comeback in Greek parliamentary elections, including the Spartans party backed by a jailed former lawmaker from an organization linked to violent street attacks against migrants and left-wing activists.
Greece's conservative New Democracy party wins landslide election victory for second 4-year term
Read full article: Greece's conservative New Democracy party wins landslide election victory for second 4-year termGreece’s conservative New Democracy party leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis has vowed to speed up reforms following his landslide victory in the country’s second election in five weeks.
A tale of two disasters: Missing Titanic sub captivates the world days after deadly migrant shipwreck
Read full article: A tale of two disasters: Missing Titanic sub captivates the world days after deadly migrant shipwreckA fishing boat crowded with migrants traveling from Libya to Italy sank in Greek waters last week. While hundreds are still missing and feared dead, it has garnered far less attention and resources than the Titan rescue efforts for five people.
Greek elections a one-horse race after conservatives topple left-wing strongholds
Read full article: Greek elections a one-horse race after conservatives topple left-wing strongholdsGreeks heading to the polls Sunday for a second general election in five weeks, with conservative leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis expected to win reelection by a large margin.
9 smuggling suspects arrested over capsized migrant boat, as Greek authorities criticized for failure to respond
Read full article: 9 smuggling suspects arrested over capsized migrant boat, as Greek authorities criticized for failure to respondNine men suspected of crewing a migrant smuggling ship that sank off Greece leaving more than 500 missing have been placed in pretrial custody.
As death toll rises to 81, new accounts clash with official version of migrant disaster off Greece
Read full article: As death toll rises to 81, new accounts clash with official version of migrant disaster off GreeceThe number of confirmed victims from one of the worst migrant shipwrecks in the Mediterranean has risen to 81 after three more bodies were found off southern Greece.
Greek leader blasts critics of rescue effort for sunken migrant vessel
Read full article: Greek leader blasts critics of rescue effort for sunken migrant vesselAuthorities continued to search for victims and survivors of a trawler that sank off the coast of Greece with as many as 750 migrants on board.
Hope dims for missing migrants amid questions about Greece's actions in deadly sinking
Read full article: Hope dims for missing migrants amid questions about Greece's actions in deadly sinkingNine survivors from a migrant boat that sank were arrested on suspicion of smuggling as hope faded for hundreds of missing passengers and attention turned to Greece’s failure to act before the ship capsized.
Festival at Greece’s ancient theaters dedicated to Maria Callas and century since her birth
Read full article: Festival at Greece’s ancient theaters dedicated to Maria Callas and century since her birthGreece has launched its main summer theater and arts festival, dedicated this year to opera great Maria Callas who was born 100 years ago.
New Greek parliament convenes, only to be dissolved as early as Monday
Read full article: New Greek parliament convenes, only to be dissolved as early as MondayNewly elected Greek lawmakers were sworn in Sunday but the Parliament in which they sit may be dissolved as early as Monday, ahead of fresh elections on June 25.
Greece says it's investigating claim migrants were illegally deported back to Turkey
Read full article: Greece says it's investigating claim migrants were illegally deported back to TurkeyGreece’s outgoing prime minister says he has ordered a probe into a report that authorities illegally deported back to Turkey a group of migrants, allegedly leaving them on a raft at sea for Turkish authorities to pick up.
Greece heads to new election, after conservatives fail to clinch majority despite landslide win
Read full article: Greece heads to new election, after conservatives fail to clinch majority despite landslide winGreece is heading toward a new general election two days after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ center-right New Democracy party won a landslide victory in a national vote but failed to clinch a majority in parliament.
Conservative party of Greek prime minister in big election lead, to seek outright majority
Read full article: Conservative party of Greek prime minister in big election lead, to seek outright majorityThe conservative party of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has won a landslide election victory Sunday but without enough parliamentary seats to form a government outright.
Out of bailout spotlight, Greeks feeling recovery pains at election
Read full article: Out of bailout spotlight, Greeks feeling recovery pains at electionGreeks will head to the polls on Sunday to elect a leader who will have more control over the country’s economy for the first time in over a decade.
Greek PM seeks 'innovative' solution to decades-old Parthenon Sculpture dispute with British Museum
Read full article: Greek PM seeks 'innovative' solution to decades-old Parthenon Sculpture dispute with British MuseumGreece's prime minister says his government is exploring a “win-win” solution to one of the world’s most intractable cultural heritage disputes: The fate of the Parthenon Sculptures currently in the British Museum.
Greece: Thaw with Turkey should continue after elections
Read full article: Greece: Thaw with Turkey should continue after electionsGreece says it would welcome expanded cooperation with Turkey after both countries hold elections next month ‒ including on energy issues that have been at the heart of decades-old disputes.
Greece to send more arms to Ukraine, but sets limits
Read full article: Greece to send more arms to Ukraine, but sets limitsGreece has pledged military assistance to Ukraine for “as long as it takes” but officials cautioned that the country needs to keep much of its Russian-made weaponry for its own defensive needs.