Greece

Greek Independence Day: How 1821 sparked freedom

400 years under Ottoman rule Greek Independence Day, marks the 1821 uprising against the Ottoman Empire. The uprising is traditionally linked to March 25,...

Tempi trial adjourned to April 1 after protests over courtroom conditions

Trial begins amid tension The trial for the Tempi train disaster began under highly tense conditions. From the first minute, it was clear that proceeding...

Repatriation of Greeks and their pets from the Middle East

Shortly after 19:30 on Wednesday evening, the arrivals area of Eleftherios Venizelos Airport filled with scenes rarely witnessed: dozens of companion animals, dogs and...

Greek Patriot system intercepts Iranian missiles

Missiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia A Greek Patriot system deployed in Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles launched from Iran, according to Greek...

US aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford returns to Souda after fire

Fire damages aircraft carrier, sailors treated for smoke injuries The US aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford is returning to the Souda base in Crete following...