Greece

Greek authorities have declared a "red" danger level in Athens and the surrounding region due to the danger of forest fires, while new fires are breaking out near the capital against the background of strong winds and temperatures up to 41°C.

Albatrosses are one of the largest flying birds, and the wandering and southern king albatrosses have a record wingspan of up to 3. 7 meters and even more. Of the 21 albatross species known to science, 19 are endangered.

Iraq and Jordan withdrew their signatures from the joint communiqué of the Global Peace Summit, bringing the document aimed at achieving peace in Ukraine to 78 countries.

Protecting port infrastructure and free shipping is key to preserving Ukraine's global food exports and containing food prices, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said at the Global Peace Summit.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Denmark, Greece, Panama, Pakistan and Somalia on their election as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for 2025-2026.

The International Coalition for the return of Ukrainian children has expanded to include 37 countries around the world.

NATO is developing several "land corridors" for the transfer of American troops and armored vehicles to the front line in the event of a major European ground war with russia.

The Odessa regional state administration has received significant assistance from international partners, including the EU, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy, Greece, Germany, France, the United States and Norway. Partners transfer medical equipment, ambulances, electric generators and other support for the restoration and development of the region.

The head of the Odessa regional administration Oleg Kiper discussed with the governor of the Turkish province of Ankara the possibilities of cooperation in the economic, agricultural, innovative, sports, educational spheres, the signing of an interregional Agreement and the organization of recreation for children of military personnel and internally displaced persons in Ankara.

Von der Leyen emphasized the need for the EU to invest in defense and strengthen its defense capabilities to maintain peace on the continent against the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Putin's threats.

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis warned the new leadership of North Macedonia that Athens would block its path to EU membership if it did not fulfill the 2018 agreement to change the country's name to North Macedonia.

President Zelenskyy discussed bilateral relations, international cooperation and Ukraine's need for a just peace with President Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire, inviting him to the Peace Summit and congratulating him on the upcoming Africa Day.

Oleh Kiper, Head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, discussed with Munir Mamedzadze, UNICEF Representative in Ukraine, the issues of child safety, restoration of energy infrastructure and drinking water supply in the south of Odesa region, and thanked UNICEF for its comprehensive support in the areas of education, healthcare and protection of children's rights.

Greece is examining Ukraine's old and new requests for military assistance, including missiles, anti-aircraft systems, fighter jets, and ammunition, while ensuring that this does not negatively impact the capabilities of its own armed forces.

President Zelenskyy discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit and confirmed the participation of North Macedonia, Greece, and Norway in the summit during separate phone calls with their leaders.

President Zelenskyy discussed with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis efforts to engage a wide range of states in the upcoming Peace Summit and prepare for the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and Greece.

Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva discussed the completion of negotiations with Greece on a bilateral security agreement and thanked the country for its support of Ukraine, including its support for Ukraine's EU and NATO membership applications.

EU countries intend to reach an agreement within a few weeks on the next package of sanctions against Russia, targeting Moscow's “shadow fleet” of oil tankers, banning the re-export of Russian liquefied gas and imposing individual sanctions on more than 100 people involved in the deportation of Ukrainians and arms production.

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets met with Spyridon Lambridis, Special Envoy of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Ukraine, to discuss Greece's support for Ukraine, including the rehabilitation of affected children and the facilitation of the return of civilian hostages.

The head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, Oleh Kiper, met with the Estonian delegation to discuss the grain corridor, strengthening air defense, cooperation in the field of digitalization and IT, economic ties between enterprises, and organizing recreation for children from Odesa in Estonia.

The head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, Oleh Kiper, met with Greek diplomats to discuss assistance to internally displaced persons, police cooperation, restoration of energy infrastructure, and Greece's readiness to host Ukrainian children, including children of fallen soldiers and firefighters, for summer recreation.

The Houthis attacked a tanker carrying oil from Novorossiysk to China with an anti-ship missile. The strike caused flooding, which disabled the engines and steering unit, but the crew was able to regain control of the ship and continue to move.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has proposed to create a European air defense system modeled on Israel's Iron Dome to collectively protect all EU member states from potential threats.

Greece imports Russian oil under the guise of Turkish fuel, circumventing EU import sanctions.

The EU is increasing funding for fire brigades, deploying some units in vulnerable countries, and expanding its firefighting fleet by 28 planes and 4 helicopters to combat the expected severe wildfire season due to climate change.

Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Regional State Administration, held an online meeting with the Deputy Governor of Istanbul Province to discuss cooperation in such areas as children's health, medicine, IT technologies, youth internships, business missions and infrastructure projects.

Today, on May 11, everyone can join the event dedicated to one of the most useful inventions in human history - International Windmill Day. Windmills first appeared in ancient Persia.

Iryna Kobeleva, a 16-year-old girl from Mariupol, won 5 medals, including 4 gold and 1 silver, at the European Wushu Championships in Stockholm.

The second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 took place on May 9 in Malmö, where 10 more countries - Latvia, Austria, the Netherlands, Norway, Israel, Greece, Estonia, Switzerland, Georgia and Armenia - advanced to the grand final on May 11, joining the 10 countries that had qualified from the first semi-final.

Repair and construction of shelters, restoration of damaged housing: Kiper told the details of the meeting with the UN coordinator.