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Next US ambassador to Turkey urges Erdogan not to clash with Trump
Tom Barrack, the next US ambassador to Turkey, has urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to avoid clashing with President Donald Trump.
The ‘escape clause’ isn’t a good fit for everyone
The government appears eager to take advantage of the so-called “escape clause” so it can make more handouts ahead of the next general election.
Minister calls for improvements at Piraeus port in meeting with Chinese ambassador
The overall experience for travelers at Piraeus Port, operated by the Chinese state-owned COSCO Shipping, must be improved as soon as possible, Greece’s newly appointed Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vassilis Kikilias, told Chinese Ambassador to Greece, Fanq Qiu, during a meeting in Athens on Monday afternoon.
Young Turks drive protests against Erdogan as new generation seeks change
A new generation of young Turks is at the forefront of mass protests against President Tayyip Erdogan’s government, demanding change in a country they see as increasingly authoritarian.
Greek police chief discusses border security, human trafficking at international event
The Chief of the Hellenic Police, Lieutenant General Dimitris Mallios, participated in an international conference in London on Tuesday, focusing on border security and organized immigration crime.
Cyprus court drops all rape charges against 5 Israelis after doubting British woman’s credibility
A criminal court in Cyprus has acquitted and dropped all charges against five Israelis accused of gang-raping a British woman in a hotel room after ruling her testimony as not credible and replete with “fundamental contradictions.”
Babo Koro | Athens | April 12
Babo Koro will bring their distinctive sound to the stage of the Fuzz Club (1 Patriarchou Ioakim) on April 12.
The Hellenic Initiative supports Greek Youth Symphony Orchestra’s debut in London
The Hellenic Initiative (THI) has announced its support for the Greek Youth Symphony Orchestra’s (GYSO) debut performance at the historic St. Martin-in-the-Fields church in London. The orchestra will be led by its founder and artistic director, Dionysis Grammenos.
Youth Pass program sees overwhelming demand
A newly launched youth pass program, providing financial support to young adults through digital debit cards, has seen an overwhelming response, with over 10,000 applications submitted within the first few hours.
Would you call Trump about Greece?
“We have another terrific guy with us. We have John Catsimatidis and his beautiful wife, Margo, and their daughter, Andrea, is here.”
Education Ministry says 13 foreign universities seek to open branches in Greece
The Education Ministry announced on Tuesday that 13 foreign universities have submitted applications for licenses to establish and operate branches in Greece.
Three-man team arrested for Crete burglaries
Police have arrested three men suspected of carrying out seven burglaries and one attempted break-in at homes in Iraklio, Crete over the past few months.
Ministry of Education announces end dates for 2024–2025 school year
The Ministry of Education has announced the official end dates for the 2024–2025 academic year for middle and high schools.
Dimitris Vassilakis Quartet | Athens | April 12
Acclaimed saxophonist and composer Dimitris Vassilakis, along with his quartet, will take the stage at the Theater of the No (3 Konstantinou Paleologou) on April 12.
Ekrem Imamoglu and the battle for Turkey’s democratic soul
At a time when authoritarian rulers are embraced and democratic leaders are sidelined, Turkey’s democracy is unraveling—slowly but unmistakably. What’s equally alarming is the muted reaction from those who once saw themselves as its allies.
French shipbuilder Naval Group proposes Greek production line
France’s Naval Group, which holds an agreement with Greece for three FDI frigates for the Hellenic Navy and an option for a fourth, has submitted an application to the Greek government and its Defense Ministry for the establishment of a local production line for surface ships, submarines and unmanned surface vehicles, or USVs.
Bill eliminates special statute of limitations for ministers, bans surrogacy for same-sex couples
Justice Minister Giorgos Floridis introduced a new draft law on Tuesday, set to be submitted to Parliament for a vote, which includes key provisions such as the implementation of a long-delayed reform abolishing the special statute of limitations for ministerial crimes and new regulations prohibiting surrogacy for same-sex couples.
Manufacturing sector sees strongest growth in nearly a year
Greece's manufacturing sector experienced its most robust growth since April 2024 last month, driven by accelerated expansions in output, new orders and employment, a survey by S&P Global showed on Tuesday.
Parliament speaker says House rules prevent Spirtzis’ probe request
Parliament speaker Nikitas Kaklamanis has rejected a fresh request by former minister Christos Spirtzis to be investigated over his alleged role in the deadly train crash in Tempe in 2023, because of House rules.
Extra €1 bln from beating evasion
The Finance Ministry and the tax administration are taking additional measures aimed at increasing takings from beating tax evasion.