Wildfires in central Greece have led to the sea evacuation of around 500 people, mostly tourists, from Agios Vasileios in Viotia. Firefighters also battle blazes on Crete and other islands, as heatwaves create favorable conditions across southern Europe.
Greece has approved a multibillion-dollar purchase of Israeli anti-missile, anti-aircraft, and anti-drone systems to establish an "Achilles Shield" protective dome. The €3 billion deal is part of a larger €4.2 billion defense spending, confirmed by Defence Minister Nikos Dendias, and includes other acquisitions like Brazilian transport aircraft and British watercraft.
Arsenal have completed the £34m signing of Greece international Christos Tzolis, 24, from Club Brugge on a five-year contract. He joins as a replacement for Leandro Trossard and is Arsenal's third permanent summer transfer, arriving after the club missed out on Morgan Rogers.
EU ambassadors will examine a new Russia sanctions proposal Thursday after Greece vetoed previous measures over its fuel shipping industry. Ireland's proposal aims to break the deadlock, with talks focusing on implementation timelines and exemptions to drain Moscow's war chest.
Greece faces new challenges balancing support for Ukraine with protecting its economy, encountering EU sanctions hurdles over Russian LNG shipping and security concerns after a Ukrainian drone incident. The country is providing aid and reconstruction support but remains cautious due to potential Russian hybrid warfare.
Serbian entrepreneur Ljubisa Karović miraculously survived being partially sucked out of a Ryanair flight window mid-flight from Greece to Germany after an explosion shattered it. Fellow passengers intervened to save him, while an ongoing dispute exists between his lawyer and Ryanair regarding the cabin crew's actions during the emergency.
Several EU member states, including Greece, Germany, and Portugal, are demanding exemptions or blocking measures in the bloc's proposed 21st Russia sanctions package. Citing economic damage to national interests, these countries are resisting unanimous backing for new restrictions on energy, finance, and trade.
Ryanair reassures passengers about flight safety after a mid-air incident where a passenger was nearly sucked out of a window on a flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen. The airline's CFO stated they are cooperating with the NTSB investigation and noted strong summer bookings despite Middle East conflict and new EU digital entry system challenges.
The European Commission may amend its 21st sanctions package against Russia, considering concessions to Greece, Germany, Portugal, France, Italy, and Austria due to conflicts with EU economic interests. This follows reports of opposition from several member states.
The EU's return regulation is nearing adoption, allowing offshore migration processing hubs despite human rights concerns. Countries like Austria, Denmark, and Germany are poised to establish these centers, raising alarms due to past failures in Australia, Israel, and the US. Critics urge strict human rights safeguards before implementation.
Ryanair's CFO Neil Sorahan reassured travelers about fleet safety after a passenger was nearly sucked out of a window mid-flight. The airline awaits an NTSB investigation, while also reporting a 34% profit slump due to jet fuel costs and criticizing the EU's new digital entry-exit system for causing airport delays.
Paris Olympics champion Zheng Qinwen advanced to the Athens Open quarter-finals, her first tour-level quarter-final in a year, by defeating Elena Micic 6-4, 6-1. Zheng needs to win the WTA 250 tournament in Greece to qualify for the US Open main draw.
Greek anti-terrorist police arrested three individuals in connection with firebomb attacks targeting New Democracy politicians. One attack on July 1 resulted in the death of a 72-year-old woman in Thessaloniki.
Un avión de Ryanair aterrizó de emergencia en Salónica, Grecia, tras desprenderse una ventana en pleno vuelo. Un pasajero fue parcialmente succionado al exterior y recibió asistencia médica. El incidente ocurrió en un Boeing 737 NG.
A Ryanair flight bound for Germany returned to Thessaloniki, Greece, after a passenger window broke shortly after takeoff, exposing a man to the outside. The incident is under investigation.
A 61-year-old Serbian passenger on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was nearly sucked out of a shattered window mid-air due to engine failure. Oxygen masks deployed after cabin depressurization, and the flight returned to Thessaloniki. The passenger sustained shock and friction burns.
A Serbian tourist on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was nearly sucked out of a window that "detached" mid-air. Other passengers managed to pull him back inside before he sustained serious injuries.
Greek police arrested three individuals in Thessaloniki and Crete in connection with recent attacks on ruling party politicians, including a fatal car explosion on July 1 that killed a woman. Two more people were later detained over a 2010 firebomb attack.
The CEO of Fraport Greece, Alexander Zinell, has urged a major reform of the EU's Entry-Exit System (EES) border checks, citing passenger discomfort and safety risks due to long queues. His airports have used gazebos to shield travelers from the sun.
Greece is installing floating barriers in bays to protect swimmers from toxic pufferfish, an invasive species drawn by warming waters. The fish, capable of severe bites and containing a lethal neurotoxin, have prompted public health warnings and eradication programs.
Thousands have been evacuated as wildfires devastate nearly 20,000 hectares across Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece, fueled by record heatwaves and strong winds. Officials banned spectators from a Tour de France stage in the Pyrenees, and authorities warn of worsening conditions and a long fire season ahead.
Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires in Portugal, Greece, and Spain. Portugal is facing a massive blaze, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements. Greece is dealing with toxic smoke from a recycling plant fire and a new blaze near Athens. Spain's Girona region is also experiencing a significant wildfire.
Turkey has denied entry to the cruise ship Scarlet Lady, carrying 2,000 LGBTQ+ passengers and performer Patti LuPone. Authorities cited that the group's behavior "does not align with the structure of our society and our moral values," marking the first time Atlantis Events has been explicitly barred due to its identity.
Hundreds of firefighters are battling major wildfires across Portugal, Greece, and Spain. Portugal is receiving international aid to combat a massive blaze that has burned for over three days, while Greece deals with toxic smoke and fires near Athens and Thessaloniki. Spain is also fighting a significant wildfire in its northeastern region.
