Tempi Train Crash Trial: Victims’ Families to Resume Testimony Monday

Testimony from relatives of victims and injured survivors of the Tempi train disaster will resume Monday, October 19, as court proceedings continue over the deadly railway collision. Father Describes Conditions at Crash Site Panos Routsis, father of Denis Routsis, who died in the crash, testified du

Who Is Josh Huck, the Diplomat Leading the US Embassy in Greece After Guilfoyle’s Exit?

The recent and unexpected departure of Kimberly Guilfoyle from her post as United States Ambassador to Greece has created a temporary leadership vacuum within the diplomatic mission. Taking center stage in the wake of these developments is experienced diplomat Josh Huck, who is stepping in to take t

Motor Oil Workers Strike After Fatal Refinery Explosion in Greece

Workers gathered outside Motor Oil facilities in Greece on Wednesday as part of a 24-hour strike following an explosion that killed two employees during maintenance operations at the company’s refinery. A large number of workers participated in the demonstration, displaying banners outside the facil

Man Found Dead as Flash Floods Sweep Cars Into Sea on Greek Island of Rhodes

A man was found dead on the Greek island of Rhodes on Wednesday after torrential rainfall triggered flash flooding, sweeping vehicles into the sea and causing widespread disruption across the island. Τhe incident occurred in the Stegna area, where powerful floodwaters carried several vehicles toward

Greece Unveils Homegrown Pyrpolitis USV, a Naval Drone Built for Combat

Greece has unveiled the Pyrpolitis, a naval drone developed and built by the Hellenic Navy that can monitor maritime areas and carry out strike missions against surface targets. The unmanned surface vessel (USV) was presented on October 13 at the opening of a new training center for unmanned and aut

Acropolis Sets New Visitor Record as Greece Tackles Crowding

The Acropolis attracted more than 4.6 million visitors in 2025, averaging approximately 12,600 people per day, as Greece’s most visited archaeological site continued to benefit from the expansion of tourism in Athens. According to data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), the Acropolis

Students Pitch Tents Outside Greek Parliament Over Soaring Rents

University students set up tents in Syntagma Square in central Athens on Wednesday, staging an overnight protest against rising housing costs and the shortage of student accommodation, despite heavy rainfall affecting the Greek capital. Members of dozens of student associations participated in the d

Who Will Succeed Guilfoyle as US Ambassador to Greece?

The future leadership of the U.S. Embassy in Greece, and particularly how long it will take Washington to appoint a successor to Kimberly Guilfoyle, has emerged as a significant question for political officials on both sides of the Atlantic. For the immediate future, Josh Huck, a former U.S. deputy

Severe Storms Batter Greece, Flooding Skiathos and Evia

Severe storms brought flooding, fallen trees and travel disruption across Greece on Wednesday, October 14. Skiathos suffered extensive damage overnight, while Evia remained under a red weather alert as heavy rain and powerful winds continued to threaten communities. The storm prompted emergency warn

Israel Returns 22 Illegally Removed Antiquities to Greece

Greece received 22 antiquities illegally removed from the country during a handover ceremony at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, marking the first repatriation of Greek antiquities from Israel. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni accepted the artifacts from Israeli Ambassador Pninat Yanay at

Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as U.S. Ambassador to Greece

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned Tuesday as U.S. ambassador to Greece after the White House requested her departure following allegations of improper conduct, which she strongly denied. The resignation came shortly after White House press secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed that the administration had ask

White House Asks US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to Resign

The White House has asked U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign following allegations of improper conduct during her diplomatic tenure, according to an announcement Tuesday. “We have asked Ambassador Guilfoyle to resign. She has been a wonderful asset to the team, and we wish her we

Greece Says No U.S. Request Received Over Guilfoyle’s Possible Removal

Greece has received no official request or communication from Washington regarding the possible removal of U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle, government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said Tuesday, following remarks by President Donald Trump that he was considering dismissing her after reports for alle

Athens Metro Line 4 Faces Further Delays Over Kypseli Tunnel Problems

Athens Metro Line 4 could face further delays as engineers work to resolve problems linked to tunnel construction beneath Kypseli. The tunnel-boring machine has remained idle since May 8, and officials have not set a date for its return to work. Infrastructure and Transport Minister Christos Dimas s

Greece Issues Red Weather Alert as Severe Storms Approach

Greece’s National Meteorological Service (EMY) upgraded its weather warning Tuesday, October 13, forecasting severe thunderstorms, possible hail and winds reaching 10 on the Beaufort scale across several regions through Wednesday. The agency raised its previous advisory to a dangerous weather warnin

Sinai Monastery Faces Critical Court Ruling on Property Rights

Egypt’s Supreme Court is expected to issue an important ruling on October 24 concerning the property rights and legal status of St. Catherine’s Monastery at Mount Sinai, as negotiations between the monastery and Egyptian authorities remain unresolved. Τhe court is considering appeals filed by both t

Thessaloniki’s Historic Hamza Bey Mosque Reopens as a Cultural Venue

Thessaloniki’s historic Hamza Bey Mosque, known locally as Alkazar, has reopened as a cultural venue after an extensive restoration. The Ottoman-era monument, founded in the 15th century, will now host exhibitions and cultural events. The restored building was formally handed over to the city on Oct

Trump Says He Is Considering Firing US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle

President Donald Trump said Monday that he is considering dismissing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle amid allegations of misconduct that have prompted an investigation by the State Department’s inspector general. “We’re looking at it,” Trump said when asked whether he was considering re

Pericles’ Famous Funeral Speech May Have Turned Ancient Greek Insults Into Praise

A funeral speech attributed to ancient Greek statesman Pericles may have turned insults aimed at Athens into a defense of its people, according to a new study. Rather than deny accusations that Athenians were careless or poorly disciplined, the address may have used those charges to argue that they

US Vice President JD Vance Expected to Visit Greece for Breitbart Summit

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance is expected to visit Athens, Greece, in mid-February 2027 to attend the inaugural Breitbart Europe Summit, according to sources cited by the American news organization Breitbart News Network. The event, scheduled under the theme “Western Alliances and Strategic Converg

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