Bank of Greece Forecasts 2% Economic Growth in 2026 Despite Inflation Pressures

The Bank of Greece forecasts a stable 2 percent GDP growth rate for the full 2026 calendar year. The central bank published these official economic projections in its latest “Note on the Greek Economy” report. While the domestic economy exhibits notable resilience, persistent high prices and volatil

Greek Navy Sinks Decommissioned Frigate in Major Military Drill With Israel

The Hellenic (Greek) Navy has sunk the decommissioned frigate Bouboulina during an unprecedented live-fire joint military exercise in the Aegean Sea. The high-stakes defense operation took place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, within the North Cretan Sea. Greek and Israeli naval forces utilized the

Greece’s Aristotle University Launches First Dentistry Degree Taught in English

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki launched Greece’s first foreign-language (English) undergraduate dentistry degree. The new Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program marks a massive shift toward internationalization within the Greek public university network. This strategic initiative allows dome

7 Killed, 34 Injured in Greek Orthodox Church Attack in Jordan

Gunmen launched an attack during a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan on Friday, killing seven people and wounding 34, authorities said. The shooting happened at St. George’s Church in Hamoud, a village in the southern Karak governorate. Security forces launched a search for the attackers,

Egypt Tells Turkey It Rejects Libya Maritime Deal Ratification

Egypt’s foreign minister told his Turkish counterpart Friday that Cairo rejects ratification of the 2019 Turkey-Libya maritime agreement, bringing the dispute directly into talks between the two countries in Istanbul. Badr Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s position during an October 23 meeting with Hakan

New Poll Gives Greece’s New Democracy Double-Digit Lead, but Majority Remains Uncertain

Greece’s ruling New Democracy party maintains a 13.5-percentage-point lead over the opposition Greek Left Alliance (ELAS), according to a new opinion poll released Thursday, October 22, although the findings raise questions about whether the next parliamentary election will produce a single-party go

Greece Turns Clocks Back October 25, Changing the US Time Gap for a Week

Greece returns to standard time October 25; New York, Chicago and Los Angeles follow November 1. A practical guide to calls during the intervening week.

Greece’s Kimon Frigate Opens to Visitors in Thessaloniki Ahead of Ohi Day

The Navy has announced visiting hours for Kimon in Thessaloniki and three vessels in Piraeus ahead of the October 28 holiday.

Greece Says It Is Cooperating With US After Iran Sanctions

Greece says it is working with U.S. authorities after Washington announced Iran-related sanctions involving a law firm with Greek offices and disclosed an investigation into an unnamed Greek bank. The Ministry of National Economy and Finance set out its response in an October 22 statement. It said G

Kasidiaris-Backed Party Eyes Greek Parliament, but Can He Run in 2027?

A political party supported by convicted former Golden Dawn lawmaker Ilias Kasidiaris is polling above Greece’s parliamentary election threshold, raising questions about whether it will be permitted to contest the 2027 general election and whether Kasidiaris himself can legally stand as a candidate.

October 28 Brings Free Entry to Greek Archaeological Sites and Museums

Free admission on October 28 will give visitors to Greece an opportunity to explore archaeological sites and museums during the national holiday, with the Acropolis Museum in Athens also listing the date among its annual free-entry days. The Hellenic Organization of Cultural Resources Development in

Western Macedonia’s Economy Shrank 18%, EU’s Second-Largest Regional Decline

Western Macedonia’s economy was 18% smaller in 2024 than it had been before the pandemic, placing the northern Greek region among the European Union’s weakest performers over the five-year period. Figures highlighted by Eurostat on October 22 show that only Bulgaria’s Yugoiztochen region had a large

Report Estimates 733 Heat-Related Deaths in Greek Cities During Summer 2026

Heat was linked to an estimated 733 excess deaths in the Greek urban areas covered by a new European analysis of the summer of 2026, with human-caused warming accounting for much of that burden. The researchers estimated that 543 of those deaths were attributable to the additional heat caused by cli

Greek ERMIS-3 Satellite Sends Data by Laser at 1 Gbps

Greek university researchers report regular laser links between the ERMIS-3 nanosatellite and a ground station on Mount Holomontas. The system's demonstrated speed is 1 Gbps.

Greece and MIT Sea Grant Announce Marine Robotics Partnership

Greece’s defense innovation agency and MIT Sea Grant have agreed to build a continuing partnership in marine robotics, extending cooperation that brought MIT-led training to Greek naval cadets and other participants earlier this year. A joint declaration signed in Boston sets out plans for practic

Ioannina Ranks Among Europe’s Most Polluted Cities in New Air Quality Study

Ioannina has one of the worst air pollution rankings in Europe, placing 754th out of 761 cities in a new assessment by the European Environment Agency (EEA). Athens and Thessaloniki also rank near the bottom, highlighting the scale of Greece’s urban air quality challenge. The assessment covers expos

Greek Coast Guard Rescues 152 Migrants Off Crete

Greek authorities rescued 152 migrants in three separate operations south of Crete early Friday, October 23, as a series of new arrivals continued to place pressure on the island’s coast guard and reception facilities. According to the Hellenic Coast Guard, all three boats were detected by an unmann

UAE Announces Plan to Invest Another €15 Billion in Greece

The United Arab Emirates plans to invest an additional €15 billion in Greece through the countries’ joint investment initiative, the Abu Dhabi Media Office announced Thursday, October 22. The announcement came during Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to Ath

Greece Approves Under-15 Social Media Ban Starting in January

Greece’s Parliament approved restrictions on social media access for children under 15 during a sitting that concluded early Friday, Oct. 23. The rules are due to take effect on Jan. 1, 2027. The bill passed by a majority, according to the official parliamentary record. New Democracy supported it, P

EU Rights Report Flags Gaps in Greece’s Border Safeguards

FRA’s Oct. 22 bulletin highlights accountability concerns while noting Greece’s new border monitoring visits. It also details follow-up to the A.R.E. judgment.

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