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US Navy intercepts Greek tanker transporting Iraqi oil

American naval forces compelled a Greek-flagged tanker carrying Iraqi crude oil to turn around after passing through the Strait of Hormuz with Iran’s consent, marking the first reported instance of a non-Iranian commercial ship being stopped at the U.S. blockade, according to the semi-official Tasnim News Agency.

12 May 2026-19:22
How did a Ukrainian Magura drone reach waters near Greece?

Greek authorities are investigating the discovery of a Ukrainian made Magura naval drone found by fishermen near the Greek island of Lefkada in the Ionian Sea.

09 May 2026-06:21
Thessaloniki leaders to meet Ryanair over potential base closure

The City of Thessaloniki and local tourism bodies are on high alert following reports that Ryanair may close its base at "Macedonia" Airport this coming autumn.

04 May 2026-23:55
Nun injured in Jerusalem: Archbishop calls for global action - VIDEO

A senior Greek Orthodox cleric has warned of growing risks to the Christian presence in Jerusalem following an attack on a nun in the city.

01 May 2026-14:21
Gunman opens fire at two locations in central Athens, several people wounded

A gunman has opened fire at two locations in central Athens, wounding several people, Greek authorities say.

28 Apr 2026-17:12
Greece accelerates €3B "Achilles’ Shield" air defense deal with Israel

The armament programme for a multi-layered air defence network—encompassing anti-missile, anti-ballistic, and anti-drone capabilities—is entering the final stage before signature.

23 Apr 2026-16:07
Greek deputy minister resigns amid qualifications controversy

Greek Deputy Minister of Rural Development and Food Makarios Lazaridis resigned on Saturday following controversy over his academic qualifications.

18 Apr 2026-22:36
Türkiye and Greece clash over Unesco bid for tripe soup heritage

Türkiye has criticized Greece’s attempt to register patsa with UNESCO, insisting the dish, known as işkembe, has deep historical roots in Türkish cuisine and reflects a shared, not exclusive, heritage.

16 Apr 2026-16:46
Türkiye excludes Cyprus from COP31 proceedings, sparking EU condemnation

A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Türkiye and Greek Cyprus over participation in a United Nations climate event, following a protest lodged during a promotional meeting in New York.

13 Apr 2026-13:06
4.9 magnitude earthquake jolts Northern California

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake rattled the Bay Area at 1:41 a.m. Thursday, centered near Boulder Creek in the Santa Cruz Mountains, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

02 Apr 2026-13:46