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Greece, Egypt sign deal for first subsea power link between Europe, Africa

Oct 15, 2021 03:16

Greece and Egypt have clinched an agreement that sets the stage for an undersea cable that will transmit power produced by renewables from North Africa to Europe, the first such infrastructure in the Mediterranean.
Turkey warns against warship deal between France, Greece

Oct 03, 2021 03:13

Turkey says a recent warship deal between France and Greece threatens the region’s stability as it is aimed at isolating Ankara.
One dead in strong quake on Greek island of Crete

Sep 27, 2021 11:52

A strong earthquake struck the Greek island of Crete early Monday, killing a man who was working in a church that collapsed and injuring 11 others, officials said.
Greek police clash with anti-vaccine protesters in Athens

Aug 30, 2021 02:17

Greek police used tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters who threw flares and other objects during a protest in central Athens on Sunday (August 29) against mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations.
From California to Greece to Siberia, wildfires rage worldwide—and more expected

Aug 15, 2021 14:19

Officials from the Pacific Northwest in the U.S. to Southern Europe are warning of extreme heatwaves expected in the coming days, sparking fears of even more wildfires like those that have laid waste to millions of acres worldwide in recent weeks, including in Oregon, California, Greece, Turkey, and Siberia.
Greece eyes closer ties with Iran as President Raeisi assumes power

Aug 11, 2021 01:20

Greek president congratulated her Iranian counterpart on taking office, expressing confidence about the promotion of ties between Athens and Tehran.
‘Apocalyptic’ scenes hit Greece as Athens besieged by fire

Aug 09, 2021 10:54

News of the extreme heat engulfing Greece had spread beyond its borders all week, packaged in increasingly desperate language.
Iran sympathizes with Greece over wildfires

Aug 09, 2021 02:12

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson expressed sorrow at the outbreak of wildfires in Greece that have caused loss of lives and financial damages.
Wildfires cause further devastation in Turkey, Greece

Aug 06, 2021 16:58

The Turkish fires have been fuelled by a southern European heatwave fed by hot air from North Africa, which has also seen chaos grip other parts of the Mediterranean in recent days. Experts have warned that climate change is increasing both the frequency and intensity of wildfires.
Greece issues 'extreme fire warning' for half of country as blazes rage

Aug 06, 2021 07:30

Wildfires north of Athens leapt back to life on Thursday as searing conditions persisted and emergency crews battled blazes across Greece for a third day running.