The Latest Breaking News from Greece

Greece’s Aegean islands reel from ‘lake of mud’ flash floods before Easter rush

Authorities race to complete clean-up operation after devastation from gales and heaviest rainfall in 20 years

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2025

Luke Plapp delivers a winning return from wrist surgery on stage 2 at the Tour of Hellas

Australian climbs to victory at 2.1 race in Greece as soon as it hits the mountains

Cycling News · Apr 4, 2025

Injury-hit Plapp back in business with first Europe win

Australian cycling ace Luke Plapp has returned to racing after surgery with a victory in his comeback race at Greece's International Tour of Hellas.

AAP · Apr 3, 2025

Greece launches ‘drastic’ rearmament programme to the tune of $27bn

A multi-year strategy will include balance of US and European weapons, marking a transition towards greater EU autonomy.

Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2025

At least seven dead after migrant boat capsizes near Greek island of Lesbos

Greece is one of the main entry points into the EU for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, with many making the short but treacherous journey from Turkey to Greek islands in inflatable dinghies.

Euronews · Apr 3, 2025

Storm warning for popular Brit holiday destination: Is your Easter holiday at risk?

A storm warning has been issued for major British holiday destinations, raising concerns over Easter holiday plans

Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025

Easter travel chaos as popular holiday destinations to be hit by aviation strikes

Both walkouts have fallen on the same day, shoring up potential wide disruption to flights in Europe

The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025

Greece to spend €25 billion over next decade on hi-tech overhaul of military

The initiative comes as European countries ramp up military spending in response to the ongoing war in Ukraine and indications that the Trump administration wants to reduce the United States’ commitment to European defence.

Euronews · Apr 2, 2025

Greece vows to spend $27B on armed forces overhaul centered on high-tech warfare technology

Greece has announced a $27 billion defense overhaul focused on high-tech warfare, including AI-powered missile systems, drones, and next-generation military gear

The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2025

Progress made between Greek and Turkish Cypriot leaders but peace talks still distant

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkish forces invaded and occupied the north of the country following a failed coup by supporters of a union with Greece.

Euronews · Apr 2, 2025