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The Latest Breaking News from Piraeus

Protests in Greece as Israeli cruise ship 'Crown Iris' docks in Piraeus

"They are common criminals and, yes, we don’t want them in our country. We don’t want them,” one protester said.

Euronews · Aug 14

Man accused of killing Scottish aid worker in Athens expected back in court

Elisabeth-Jane Ross entered Greece on June 26 and was initially staying with friends in Piraeus, a port area of Athens.

Evening Standard · Aug 6

Historic ship 'Kyrenia II' sets sail once again in Cypriot waters

The 'Kyrenia II' ship was built in 1985 thanks to an ancient technique and made the journey from Piraeus to Paphos autonomously.

Euronews · Apr 27

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Eight Greek islands you may not have heard of – for crowd-free travel in 2026

There’s no such thing as a ‘bad’ Greek island, but if you want to swerve the crowds, these less-traveled ones offer idyllic beaches and breathtaking views

The Independent UK · Feb 3

Young men in Greece dive for wooden cross in Epiphany celebration

Greeks celebrate Epiphany with the traditional blessing of the waters. In Piraeus, men dove into the cold sea to retrieve a wooden cross for good fortune.

Euronews · Jan 6

Art Explora: all abord the ship selling culture around the Mediterranean

The festival includes a bouquet of free events, exhibitions and concerts and takes place at the E8 gate of the port of Piraeus until 12/10

Euronews · Oct 9, 2025

Riot police block pro-Palestine protesters from approaching Israeli cruise ship in Greece

Last month, the Crown Iris left the Greek island of Syros early without its passengers disembarking after more than 150 protesters demonstrated at the island's port. There have been similar protests in Rhodes and Crete.

Euronews · Aug 14, 2025

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Riot police block protesters from approaching Israeli cruise ship in Greece

Riot police in Greece have cordoned off an area around an Israeli cruise ship at the port of Piraeus

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025

Hitchhiker’s guide, rule one: a German tourist will always be along eventually

The Man Who Pays His Way: Greek mainland hopping – and why a 180-degree turn is sometimes the only way home

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2024

Piraeus Tower is a Greek high-rise icon revived through sustainable strategies

The restoration of the Piraeus Tower is completed in Greece, revealing a revived façade by local architecture studio PILA

Wallpaper · Aug 14, 2024

David Moyes 'really pleased' as West Ham get back on track with tight Europa League win over Olympiacos

Hammers get revenge after loss in Piraeus last month

Evening Standard · Nov 9, 2023

Fallout over man pushed to death from ferry in Greece hits new heights

Andonis Kargiotis, 36, drowned after being pushed from a ferry ramp as he tried to board in Piraeus near Athens

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Greek ferry captain, 3 seamen face homicide charges over death of tardy passenger pushed into sea

A Greek island ferry captain and three of his crew face homicide charges over the death of a tardy passenger who was pushed by crew members into the sea as he tried to force his way onto the departing vessel

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023

Best hotels in Athens for luxury beachside resorts and inner city boutiques

We’ve picked the best hotels to indulge in all that Athens has to offer, from fantastic Greek food to ancient ruins

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023

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Reuters · Jul 27, 2022

Iranian tanker to retrieve oil cargo confiscated by U.S. this week

An Iranian-flagged tanker anchored off the Greek port of Piraeus is expected this week to retrieve part of its cargo of oil confiscated by the United States and sail back to Iran following a Greek court ruling, government sources said on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2022

How to spend a day in Piraeus, Athens’ rejuvenated seaside neighbourhood

This formerly-run down port is where you’d go to catch a ferry on to the islands – now it’s becoming a characterful, authentic place to shop, eat and see art, says Heidi Fuller-Love

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 2, 2022

Iranian-Flagged Tanker in Greece Tugged to Piraeus Port

An Iranian-flagged tanker seized by Greece in April, part of whose cargo was confiscated by the United States, was being towed to the port of Piraeus on Saturday, Greek coast guard officials said, after Greek authorities approved its release. For over two months the Iranian-flagged Lana, formerly Pegas, has been…

Reuters · Jul 2, 2022

Iranian-flagged tanker in Greece tugged to Piraeus port

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Nottingham Post · Jan 29, 2022

Nottingham Forest fans still split on transfer after Joao Carvalho departs

The 24-year-old has been a polarizing figure in the East Midlands and that remains the case in the immediate of this permanent departure to the fellow Evangelos Marinakis-owned club in Piraeus

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