Greek authorities launch investigation into incident that killed 15 migrants (Politico)
ATHENS — Greece’s authorities on Wednesday launched an internal investigation into a deadly collision between a coast guard patrol vessel and a speedboat carrying migrants off the island of Chios. […]
‘It’s my duty to speak out’ (ekathimerini)
The Piraeus Port customs office in Perama is not accustomed to receiving distinguished guests – only shipping containers. However, the sight of dozens of journalists and cameras gathered there early […]
Merkel says Trump is an attention seeker and Greek debt crisis brought her to tears (Politico)
ATHENS — Former German leader Angela Merkel described U.S. President Donald Trump as an attention seeker. Read more :
Turkish Cypriots resist creeping Islamification (ekathimerini)
How a decision by the authorities in the breakaway north to allow headscarves in schools mobilized mass protests against Ankara’s enforcement methods Read more :
The week that will bring the country to a halt (ekathimerini)
Greece is preparing for Friday’s rallies marking the second anniversary of the Tempe rail tragedy, which has had a catalytic effect on domestic political developments. The entire country is expected […]
Turkey rapprochement sparks rift in Greece’s ruling party (Politico)
ATHENS — A dispute over how far Greece should go in rebuilding ties with its archenemy Turkey is exposing major fault lines in the ruling party in Athens. Read more:
Greek prosecutor closes spyware scandal probe, infuriating opposition and victims (Politico)
ATHENS — A Greek Supreme Court prosecutor has cleared the country’s politicians, police and intelligence services of wrongdoing following an investigation into malicious spyware that was found on the phones […]
In Cyprus, a TikToker makes political waves ahead of the European election (Politico)
Fidias Panayiotou, a 24-year old online influencer, could be one of the six candidates that Cyprus sends to the European Parliament following the June election. He admits he knows nothing […]
Cypriot FM highlights Egypt’s key role in regional and global stability (Al Ahram)
Cyprus’ Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos emphasized Egypt’s pivotal role in regional and international developments, stating that Egypt is a significant and influential actor in promoting stability and security, regionally and […]
‘Lifeline’ aid ship for Gaza finally sets sail from Cyprus (Politico)
An aid ship to Gaza left the Cypriot port of Larnaca early Tuesday as a new humanitarian sea corridor is piloted. Read more :