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Greece

A country in Southeastern Europe
The Hellenic Republic is a country located in Southeastern Europe, on the southern part of the Balkan Peninsula and numerous islands. Its shores are washed by the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas, and its total area is approximately 131,957 km². The country has a population of over 10 million people, and its capital and largest city is Athens. Greece is considered the cradle of Western civilization, the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and the Olympic Games, with a rich history dating back to the Neolithic period and the Minoan-Mycenaean culture. The country joined the European Community, now the European Union, in 1981.
2001
Greece adopted the euro as its national currency
2004
Athens successfully hosted the Olympic Games, which led to significant infrastructure improvements
2006
The country's economy achieved a high GDP growth rate of 6.4%, exceeding the Eurozone average
2009
As a result of the global economic crisis, Greece's economy experienced a significant downturn – the budget deficit exceeded 12% of GDP
2014
The economy recorded its first positive GDP growth rate in six years, signaling the beginning of recovery
2019
Byzantine chant was recognized by UNESCO and inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
2021
The country's economy experienced a strong recovery, demonstrating 8.7% GDP growth
2022
Greece officially exited the enhanced surveillance of the European Union
2023
Several credit rating agencies restored the country's investment rating
2023
The Cultural Landscape of Zagori was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing its unique architecture
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A study in Nature has shown that the temperature that takes into account humidity and wind is rising faster than the usual temperature. This leads to more frequent dangerous heat periods and tropical nights in Europe and other regions.

Society • June 25, 08:21 AM • 7316 views
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Net donors and beneficiaries criticized the initial EU budget proposal. Germany demands spending cuts, while Spain considers the budget insufficient.

News of the World • June 19, 01:34 PM • 4473 views
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92% of Ukrainians plan a vacation in the summer of 2026, almost 70% choose to vacation in Ukraine. Popular foreign destinations are Turkey, Egypt, and European countries.

Society • June 19, 01:24 PM • 69450 views
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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis on June 18. He informed him about the situation on the front line and the consequences of Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 06:32 PM • 5364 views
Komashchuk wins Ukraine's first medal at the 2026 European Fencing ChampionshipsPhoto

Sabre fencer Alina Komashchuk won bronze in the individual competition at the 2026 European Championships in France. This is the first medal for the Ukrainian national team at this championship.

Sports • June 17, 07:37 AM • 3806 views
Binance to lose license to serve customers in the European Union

Binance's MiCA license application will be rejected, causing the exchange to lose access to the EU market. The company promises to minimize inconvenience for its users.

Economy • June 16, 07:01 PM • 10235 views
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H3Operations promptly redeployed a Mi-8 helicopter from South Sudan to Greece for firefighting despite a complex route

Ukrainian air carrier H3Operations has relocated a Mi-8MTV-1 from South Sudan to Greece for firefighting operations. Despite the risks in the Middle East, the mission was completed on schedule.

Society • June 16, 11:30 AM • 28863 views
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Traditions of wearing wedding rings depend on culture: in Ukraine, the right hand is chosen, while in the USA, it is the left. The custom originates from Egypt and symbolizes eternity.

Society • June 16, 08:52 AM • 70013 views
Armenia to hold Eagle Partner-2026 military exercises with US and EU participation

The Eagle Partner-2026 exercises will take place in Armenia from June 17 to 25 with the participation of the US and the EU. The goal of the event is to prepare for international peacekeeping missions.

Politics • June 16, 12:53 AM • 14851 views
Former Vorskla, Volyn, and Metalist footballer Vyacheslav Sharpar has died at the age of 39Video

Former Vorskla and Metalist player Vyacheslav Sharpar died in Greece on his 39th birthday.

Society • June 15, 12:26 PM • 5992 views
Landmark asylum reform takes effect in the EU – what the new migration pact entails

The EU is introducing mandatory biometric checks and accelerated deportation of migrants. Countries must either accept refugees or pay financial contributions.

News of the World • June 12, 12:09 PM • 3532 views
Frenchman arrested in Greece on suspicion of causing a major forest fire

A 70-year-old Frenchman was arrested in Greece for causing a fire during work in Loutraki. A spark from a tool ignited the forest; 106 firefighters have been deployed.

News of the World • June 8, 10:20 PM • 3220 views
Suspect with ties to Hamas and planning terrorist attacks detained in Greece

A Hamas member planning terrorist attacks against Israeli targets has been detained in Crete. The man was studying explosives manufacturing and had accomplices in Cyprus.

News of the World • June 7, 06:35 PM • 6104 views
Series of earthquakes up to magnitude 5.2 shakes Greece, tremors felt in Athens

A series of earthquakes with magnitudes up to 5. 2, lasting about 20 seconds, was recorded in Greece. Tremors were felt in Athens, and landslides occurred near Mantoudi.

News of the World • June 7, 02:01 PM • 4649 views
Ukraine officially apologized to Greece for the sea drone

Ukraine apologized to Greece for the sea drone found near the island of Lefkada. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the incident a consequence of the ongoing Russian aggression.

Politics • June 6, 01:27 AM • 14760 views
Greece issues note of protest to Ukraine over sea drone near Lefkada island

Greece has officially lodged a protest with Ukraine over a sea drone discovered near Lefkada in May. The craft, carrying explosives, posed a threat to civilian vessels.

Politics • June 3, 02:14 PM • 3656 views
Greece has transferred more artillery to Ukraine than previously thought

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War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:16 AM • 6488 views
25-year-old Spanish climber found dead on Mount Olympus

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News of the World • May 25, 08:07 PM • 3509 views
Donald Trump Jr. to marry on a small island in the Bahamas; the US President will not attend the ceremony – media

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News of the World • May 22, 01:04 PM • 5024 views
Greece demands apology and guarantees from Ukraine over discovered sea drone

Nikos Dendias demands an apology and guarantees from Ukraine due to a sea drone in Lefkada. Athens is preparing official steps following the General Staff's findings.

News of the World • May 21, 01:07 PM • 5112 views
Bulgaria's Eurovision victory sparked scandal over composer's ties to Kirkorov

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Culture • May 17, 12:19 PM • 12819 views
Georgia refused to participate in the creation of a special tribunal for the Russian leadership

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Politics • May 16, 05:39 PM • 11682 views
Kosovo calls on EU to grant candidate status – Politico

Marta Kos supported Kosovo's European integration and emphasized the importance of reforms. Pristina calls on the EU to grant the country official candidate status.

News of the World • May 16, 12:57 PM • 4123 views
Greek investigation states drone linked to Ukraine went off course due to malfunction

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News of the World • May 15, 09:35 PM • 15477 views
Eurovision 2026 Final: Participants and Main Favorites of the ContestVideo

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Culture • May 15, 12:50 PM • 6297 views
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Culture • May 12, 09:28 PM • 8475 views
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Culture • May 12, 07:35 PM • 5470 views
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The 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna from May 12 to 16. Ukraine will be represented by Leleka, while Finland is currently the bookmakers' top favorite.

Culture • May 11, 01:09 PM • 101618 views
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Politics • May 11, 12:22 PM • 6711 views
Citizens of various countries, including Ukraine, evacuated to the Netherlands from a liner with hantavirus

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Health • May 11, 05:36 AM • 5159 views