Greece has been making headlines recently due to a variety of events. The country's Prime Minister's decision not to hand over Patriot air-defense systems to Ukraine, citing the need to protect Greece's airspace, sparked international interest. Additionally, the arrival of Greece's leader in Turkey for talks with President Erdogan, aiming to normalize relations and resolve longstanding disputes, drew attention to diplomatic efforts in the region. Furthermore, the announcement by Greece's environment and energy minister regarding the creation of two new major marine parks in the Ionian and Aegean Seas highlighted the country's commitment to environmental conservation.
Greece, officially known as the Hellenic Republic, is a country located in Southeast Europe with a population of approximately 10.7 million. The nation's capital is Athens, which is also its largest city. Greece is renowned for its rich history, ancient civilization, and cultural heritage, including iconic landmarks such as the Acropolis. The country is known for its numerous islands, with 227 inhabited islands and six main island regions offering diverse landscapes and experiences for tourists. Greece has faced economic challenges in recent years, leading to austerity measures and reforms, but it remains a popular destination for travelers seeking history, natural beauty, and Mediterranean cuisine.
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Greece's leader has arrived in Turkey's capital for talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as the countries pursue a normalization program and seek to put aside decades-old disputes
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Greece's prime minister said his country can't hand over its Patriot air-defense systems to Ukraine because it needs to protect its own airspace.
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Strong southerly winds carried the dust clouds from North Africa and engulfed the Acropolis and other landmarks in Greece's capital.
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Retired Greek 400-meter hurdles champion Periklis Iakovakis lit a cauldron with the Paris 2024 Olympic flame in front of the Parthenon atop the Acropolis in Athens late on Friday (19 April). The flame reached the Acropolis as part of the torch relay follo
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Greece's environment and energy minister says his country will be able to create two new major marine parks in the Ionian Sea and the Aegean Sea by the end of this year
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Thousands of striking Greek workers and students marched through central Athens to mark the first anniversary of the country's deadliest train crash, demanding justice and bigger pay rises.
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Armenia suspends its participation in the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)
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Greek farmers protest in Athens demanding financial help from the government as cost of living spikes.