The Latest Breaking News from Greece

Israel and Greece sign huge multi-billion-dollar ‘Achilles Shield’ weapons deal

Move seen as Greece focusing on modernizing its armed forces to keep pace with Turkey amid boundary disputes

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Israel signs €3 billion arms export deal with Greece, defence ministry says

In a statement, the Greek Defence Ministry said the multi-billion euro purchase was part of "the greatest reform of its armed forces in its history."

Euronews · Aug 31

UAE intercepts incoming Iranian drone, and other news from the Middle East

An Iranian drone was intercepted early Monday over the United Arab Emirates territorial waters, the Defense Ministry said

The Independent UK · Aug 31

West Nile virus: 75 new cases in a week, 232 infections and 19 deaths in Greece

As of 26 August, a total of 19 deaths had been reported, all among patients aged over 65.

Euronews · Aug 27

Thailand, Japan or Australia? The travel destinations dividing Gen Z and Millennials

New research reveals a clear generational divide in travel, with Gen Z favouring affordable, trending destinations such as Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, while Millennials are opting for Australia, Japan and Greece.

Euronews · Aug 27

Authorities in Greece issue code red wildfire alert for Ionian islands

The alert comes as Greece is at the height of the summer holiday season, with beaches packed with both domestic and international tourists.

Euronews · Aug 26

Greek air traffic controllers pushed to limit by tourism boom

A surge in flights, staff shortages and ageing infrastructure are increasing pressure on controllers as Greece races to modernise its aviation network.

Euronews · Aug 25

From nightlife to life at night: cities must stay open later to beat the rising heat

Summer in Europe is normally cause for celebration. Not this one, however, which will rank as one of the hottest on record. Wildfires have broken out everywhere from France to Greece, while intense drought has turned the grass in London’s famous Hyde Park brown. This week, much of Europe is…

The Conversation · Aug 24

These are the most tourist-dense places in Europe with visitors outnumbering locals

Nights booked by tourists outweigh the number of residents who live in these destinations

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Meloni made migrant 'returns' popular in the EU. Now the policy is backfiring on her

Meloni championed irregular migrant “returns” in a hardline push to externalise EU borders. Now, more member states are asking Italy to take back migrants under the first-arrival principle.

Euronews · Aug 24