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Trump's advisers criticized Katie Zachariah's first 15-minute briefing. The US president, however, said that she had done very well.
Greece and Spain have Patriot PAC-2 missiles whose service life is expiring. NATO and the EU are calling on them to transfer them to Ukraine.
Pau Cubarsí has become the leading favorite for the 2026 Golden Boy award, while Lamine Yamal is not in contention for the win because of a previous award. The winner will be announced in November.
The U. S. secretary of state will visit Iceland, Greece, and Portugal from October 5–8. The sides will discuss defense, energy, Ukraine, and the Middle East.
Greece handed over to Bulgaria remains identified as those of Tsar Samuel, discovered in 1965. There is no genetic confirmation of the identification.
17 EU countries demand that nearly €900 billion for agricultural and regional policy be preserved in the 2028–2034 budget. The initiative is coordinated by Italy and Romania.
Jürgen Klopp called the racist discussions about the composition of the Germany national team utter nonsense. The wave of comments intensified after the defeat to Greece.
Since 2024, archaeologists have been studying 30 hectares of the royal gymnasium in Greece. They discovered a complex with two banquet halls.
Firefighting aviation operations require special training. For several years now, Ukraine's H3Operations has been involved in such operations in Greece.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis called on the EU not to weaken its support for Ukraine and to increase economic pressure on Russia.
Europe is preparing to strengthen its response system for large-scale wildfires and develop its firefighting aircraft fleet.
A European study found no complete replacement for the An-124-100 for heavy military cargo. A decision may be made in October.
51 migrants were rescued off Crete after a boat from Libya sank. One person died, and 20 others are still missing.
The European Commission is considering restricting the right to asylum, expanding Frontex’s powers, and funding migrant return centers.
Denmark plans to send illegal migrants to centers outside the EU starting in 2027. Ukrainians with temporary protection are not automatically affected by this.
Marta Kostiuk defeated Ekaterina Alexandrova 2–0 and reached the round of 16 of the 2026 US Open. Her opponent will be determined from the Li–Noskova pairing.
Spain will increase its supply of missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares confirmed that a new batch is being prepared.
Kaja Kallas said that a proposal for sanctions against 1,600 entities in russia’s military-industrial complex is being advanced. The new restrictions may be adopted in the autumn.
Kaja Kallas said that the EU is engaging countries outside the bloc to supply Ukraine with air defense interceptors. There is a shortage of them to protect civilians.
Allies are calling on Spain and Greece to transfer PAC-2 missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. The issue will be discussed by EU ministers, but the countries are concerned about their own defense.
Israel will build a multilayered air defense system in Greece featuring David’s Sling, SPYDER, and BARAK MX systems. This is the largest defense agreement between the countries.
The deputy minister said that Poland does not want nuclear warheads, while the defense minister confirmed interest in NATO's program. Experts explained the difference between participation and the deployment of weapons.
Ukraine defeated Greece 82:76 in the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. It was the team's fifth victory in seven qualifying matches.
In 2025, beer consumption in Georgia rose to a record 141 million liters, while imports accounted for 16% of the market. Producers' revenue reached 636 million lari.
This summer, heat claimed at least 35,000 lives in Europe. The highest number of deaths was recorded in Germany, France and Spain.
The strongest fire is raging on the island of Salamina, where it is being fought by aircraft, helicopters, ground crews and volunteers. The heat has reached 40 degrees.
Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey may be half-brothers. The actors still have not taken a DNA test to verify their relationship.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with his Greek counterpart Georgios Gerapetritis, discussing Russian attacks and security in the Black Sea. The parties agreed to maintain close contact.
Since the beginning of summer, 474 people suspected of intentional or accidental arson have been detained in France. Fires have also affected Croatia, Germany, Greece, and Spain.