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Poll shows rise for New Democracy and Course of Freedom
The latest opinion poll by Alco, conducted for Alpha TV, shows a rise in support for ruling New Democracy, while the anti-establishment Course of Freedom continues to solidify its position in second place.
MEP Beleri appeals to Albanian Supreme Court, alleges illegal trial
New Democracy MEP Fredi Beleri, a member of Albania’s ethnic Greek minority who was imprisoned for 16 months in Albania for vote-buying, has announced that he has submitted key evidence to Albania’s Supreme Court challenging the legitimacy of his trial.
Footage emerges of violent clashes at NTUA campus
Footage has emerged showing violent clashes that broke out on Monday at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) campus in Zografou, eastern Athens.
Cyprus and Israel seek to quickly establish an electricity linkup via an undersea cable
Cyprus and neighboring Israel are seeking to swiftly establish an electricity linkup via an undersea cable that would eliminate their respective energy isolation, an official has said.
Trump has ‘productive’ call with Erdogan, visits planned
US President Donald Trump has said he had a productive call with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan about topics including the war in Ukraine and issues involving Syria and Gaza.
PR firm denies link to pro-government social media platform
The vice-chairman and managing director of a major public relations agency has denied any connection between his company and the social media platform Omada Alithias (“Truth Team”), which has been widely associated with the promotion of government positions.
Niki expels MP who vandalized artworks at National Gallery
The ultra-Orthodox nationalist NIKI party has expelled Thessaloniki MP Nikos Papadopoulos from its parliamentary group, according to a letter sent to the speaker of Parliament by party leader Dimitris Natsios.
Balcony collapses onto farmers’ market stall in Iraklio
Part of a balcony collapsed onto a farmers’ market stall on Monday afternoon in Iraklio, Crete.
Russell Peters | Athens | May 31
Canadian comedian Russell Peters, recently named one of Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Comics of All Time, is set to perform at the Christmas Theater (139 Veikou) on May 31 as part of his global “Relax” tour.
Greece not supplying Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine, govt official says
Greece is not considering supplying Patriot air defence systems to Kyiv, a government official said on Monday in response to a Reuters report which said that Ukraine’s western allies were in discussions with Greece and the United States on the issue.
Kids Wallet app to help parents with age gating, monitoring kids’ screen time
In a country celebrated for its ancient wisdom, Greece is offering a modern solution to a pressing household challenge: empowering parents to oversee their children’s online activity.
Unknown individuals attack NTUA campus, injure staff member
Approximately 20 individuals attacked the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) campus in Zografou, eastern Athens, injuring one staff member.
Youths arrested for vandalizing school with Golden Dawn slogans
Three youths, including a 16-year-old, were arrested on Sunday in the western Athens suburb of Ilion for vandalizing a school building with slogans linked to the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn organization.
Market calls for lifting cap on fuel prices
The entire market is calling for the government to lift the cap on profit from fuel sales.
Thessaloniki court to decide on extradition of Polish teenager accused of brutal murder
A Greek appeals court will soon decide whether to extradite a 17-year-old Polish national wanted in Poland for the brutal murder of a 16-year-old girl with whom he allegedly had a relationship, judicial officials said on Monday.
Dendias meets Hungary counterpart in Athens
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, left, and his Hungarian counterpart Kristof Szalay-Bobrovniczky, right, listen to the national anthem of Hungary in front of a guard of honor, before their meeting in Athens, Monday.
Erdogan says Turkey’s presence on Cyprus will last ‘for centuries’
Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis to discuss Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s latest inflammatory comments from the occupied part of Cyprus that Turkey’s presence on the island will continue “for centuries.”
Greece among potential suppliers of additional Patriot systems to Ukraine, source tells Reuters
Ukraine's western allies are in discussions about supplying additional Patriot air defense systems to Kyiv and are aiming to reach an agreement before a NATO summit at the end of June, a source familiar with the matter said on Monday.
Convergence in housing costs
Greece is gradually losing one of its key advantages compared to other European countries in terms of the cost of living – that is the moderate cost of housing.
Greece launches national strategy to combat youth violence and delinquency
Greece on Monday unveiled a national strategy to prevent and tackle youth violence and delinquency, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasizing the government’s long-term commitment to addressing what he described as a complex and growing challenge.