The Latest Breaking News from Greece

Why Greece has signed a missile deal with France amid ‘threat’ from Turkey

Greece continues to build its defence capabilities amid tensions with neighbouring Turkey

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025

Greece signs deal to buy 16 anti-ship missiles from France

Greece has signed a deal for the purchase of anti-ship missiles from France, as it seeks to bolster its defenses in a procurement program aimed mainly at addressing tensions with neighboring Turkey

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025

Unknown leftist extremist group claims responsibility for Athens bombing

While no injuries were reported in the blast on Friday, the group said the attacks were part of an "armed struggle against the state".

Euronews · Apr 14, 2025

Urgent Warning for UK Holidaymakers: Strikes to Shatter Easter Travel Across Europe

Passengers are being warned of incoming strikes from Italian and Greek air traffic employees, which may disturb Easter plans.

International Business Times UK · Apr 10, 2025

Which EU regions have the highest and lowest hospital concentration?

Germans have the shortest drives to get to the nearest hospitals but which EU residents face the longest journeys to access healthcare?

Euronews · Apr 10, 2025

Flights and ferries suspended across Greece as unions call 24-hour general strike

Unions are seeking increases in salaries and a full return of collective bargaining rights which were scrapped as part of international bailouts during Greece's financial crisis.

Euronews · Apr 9, 2025

Greek General Strike Hits Transport And Commerce

More than 15,000 people took to the streets in Greece on Wednesday in the second 24-hour general strike this year, calling for higher wages to match the rising cost of living.

International Business Times · Apr 9, 2025

Nationwide strike for better pay brings Greece to standstill

Public and private workers stage a 24-hour walkout for a full return of collective bargaining rights.

Al Jazeera · Apr 9, 2025

Travel warning as strikes cancel Europe flights and leave trains at standstill

Easyjet flight attendants are set to walk out for hours on Wednesday

The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025

Flights and ferries halted in Greece as unions call general strike

A nationwide 24-hour general strike in Greece is disrupting services across the country, with ferries tied up in port, flights grounded, public services shuttered and public transport only partially running as labor unions press for a return of collective bargaining rights

The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025