The direct Iranian threat to Cyprus and the Greek shield with "Kimon", "Psara" and F-16
Iran has openly threatened Cyprus, with a senior Iranian military leader indicating an increase in missile attacks aimed at the island amidst heightened American military presence.
Cyprus: Dendias sends frigate Kimon and F-16 after the drones on the island - Continuous update
Greek Minister Dendias has announced the deployment of a frigate and F-16s to Cyprus following drone activities on the island.
Breaking: Reuters reports an American official stating that the US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is leaving the port of the Greek island of Crete for Haifa.
The US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is reported to be departing from Crete, Greece, heading towards Haifa, according to an American official cited by Reuters.
Coast Guard: 40 foreigners located in Farmakonisi
The Greek Coast Guard located 40 foreigners on the island of Farmakonisi, comprising 24 men, 13 women, and 3 minors, who were subsequently transported to Leros for temporary accommodation.
Tragedy on a tourist-favored island: at least three migrants dead
At least three migrants have died after a boat overturned during a rescue operation off a Greek island popular with tourists.
At least three people died when migrants' boat capsized near a Greek island
A tragic incident near a Greek island resulted in the death of at least three individuals when a vessel carrying migrants capsized during a rescue operation.
Photos: Concrete Fever Affects Picturesque Greek Island
The article discusses issues related to concrete development on a scenic Greek island.
Jet2 launches flights to little-known island with 30C weather and unspoilt beaches
Jet2 has initiated new flights to the Greek island of Lesvos, known for its warm weather and beautiful, unspoilt beaches.
Biology: Male Turtles Drive Females to Death
A study on the Greek tortoises on Golem Grad island reveals that male tortoises, in overwhelming numbers, are negatively impacting the female population leading to their decline.
Kikilias: The investigation for Chios is proceeding normally by those who have jurisdiction and responsibility
Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vasilis Kikilias, stated that the administrative investigation into the Chios shipwreck is progressing as planned, stressing the importance of protecting the country from illegal immigration and investing in maritime infrastructure.
The Rhodes Cycling Races Celebrate 10 Years of International Presence
Rhodes is set to host the 'Rhodes International Cycling Events 2026', marking a decade of international cycling competitions on the island.
Greek Oceanographers Dive on an Island in Antarctica
Greek oceanographers Dionysia Rigatou and Eleni Kytiou conducted the first scientific dive from the Bulgarian base St. Clement of Ohrid on Livingston Island in Antarctica.
Greek island where you can get free breakfast and accommodation – but there's a catch
The island of Syros offers free accommodation and breakfast to volunteers in exchange for caring for cats at a local sanctuary, providing a unique opportunity for animal lovers.
Human Rights Watch: Greek Coast Guard Under Scrutiny After Fatal Collision with Migrant Boat
Human Rights Watch has reported that a fatal collision between a Greek Coast Guard vessel and a migrant boat near the Greek island of Chios has raised serious questions about the conduct of the coast guard in the sea.
Brad Pitt chooses the Greek island of Hydra for his next major film project
Brad Pitt has selected the picturesque Greek island of Hydra as the filming location for an anticipated Hollywood adventure full of mystery.
Wizz Air launches £46 flights to iconic island with incredible sunset views
Wizz Air has announced new flights starting at £45.99 to the Greek island of Santorini from London Gatwick, set to begin in July 2026.
B. Kikilias: I do not anticipate the investigation into the tragedy in Chios - We will continue to defend our maritime borders
Greek Minister of Maritime Affairs and Island Policy, Vasilis Kikilias, expressed support for border defenders and emphasized that he will not prejudge the investigation into the tragedy in Chios on February 3, 2026.
These places in Europe live... like a Greek island
The article explores various locations in Europe, particularly in Southern Portugal, that evoke the ambiance of a Greek island despite being in foreign countries.
OHHOO: The hidden gem of the Mediterranean that makes famous vacation spots pale in comparison
The article highlights Leros, a lesser-known Greek island in the Dodecanese, offering a tranquil atmosphere and pleasant spring weather away from the tourist crowds of Mykonos and Santorini.
The Greek Island Offers a Dream Job for Cat Lovers
A cat shelter on the Greek island of Syros is seeking volunteers to spend a month feeding, caring for, and playing with rescued kittens, with free accommodation provided.
Monsters of hate and violence
The Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vassilis Kikilias, has ordered an internal investigation into the tragic incident in Chios that resulted in the deaths of 15 migrants, emphasizing the need for transparency about the causes of the tragedy.
Mediterranean: Refugees Die in Collision in the Aegean
A collision between a Greek coast guard patrol boat and a refugee boat near the island of Chios resulted in the deaths of 15 people.
UK family escapes £3,000 bills for £690 Greek island life and 'feel free'
A UK family, seeking relief from high living costs and gloomy weather, relocates to a Greek island for a significantly lower cost of living.
15 people killed when Greek Coast Guard vessel collided with speedboat carrying migrants
A tragic incident occurred off the coast of Chios Island near Turkey, where a Greek Coast Guard vessel collided with a speedboat carrying migrants, resulting in 15 fatalities.
15 immigrants die in Greece after their boat collides with a Coast Guard patrol boat
At least 15 immigrants died after their boat collided with a Greek Coast Guard patrol during a chase near the island of Chios in the eastern Aegean Sea.
Drama in the Aegean Sea. 14 migrants dead
Fourteen people died as a result of a collision between a migrant transport boat and a Greek coast guard patrol vessel near the island of Chios in the eastern Aegean Sea.
15 dead in collision of migrant boat with Greek coast guard ship
A nighttime collision between a Greek coast guard ship and a migrant boat resulted in at least 15 fatalities and left 24 injured, prompting rescue operations for the missing near a Greek island in the Aegean Sea.
Migrants boat collides with coast guard off the Greek island - police report 14 dead
A collision between a migrants' boat and a Greek coast guard vessel near the island of Chios in the Aegean Sea resulted in 14 fatalities according to police reports.
15 migrants died in an incident near Greece's Chios island
A tragic maritime incident near Chios resulted in the death of 15 migrants, with 25 others rescued, including 11 children, after a collision with a Greek coast guard vessel.
Collisions between Greek Coast Guard patrol vessel and migrant speedboat result in 14 dead
A collision between a Greek Coast Guard patrol vessel and a migrant speedboat near the island of Chios resulted in at least 14 fatalities, with 25 migrants rescued, including around 11 children.
At least 14 dead after coast guard collides with migrant boat in the Aegean Sea
A coast guard ship collided with a migrant boat near the Greek island of Chios, resulting in at least 14 fatalities while rescuers search for survivors using thermal cameras.
14 migrants died after a collision with a coast guard vessel near Greece
Fourteen migrants died in the Aegean Sea after their boat collided with a coast guard vessel near the Greek island of Chios, as reported by the coast guard.
14 migrants dead after collision between rubber boat and coast guard
Fourteen migrants lost their lives in the Aegean Sea near the Greek island of Chios after their rubber boat collided with a coast guard vessel.
At least 14 dead in a collision between a Greek Coast Guard ship and a boat with refugees
At least 14 people died in a collision between a speedboat carrying immigrants and a Greek Coast Guard patrol ship off the coast of Chios island, near Turkey.
Catastrophic boat accident in Greece – at least 14 dead
At least 14 people died in a collision between a Greek Coast Guard vessel and a speedboat carrying migrants near the island of Chios in the Aegean Sea.
At least 14 immigrants die when their boat collides with a Greek coast guard ship
At least 14 people died on Tuesday when their vessel collided with a coast guard patrol boat during a chase off the eastern Aegean island of Chios, with another 24 people taken to the hospital, although not all necessarily required medical attention.
Many dead when migrant boat collided
At least 14 people died when a migrant boat collided with a Greek Coast Guard vessel near Chios island, while a rescue operation is ongoing.
At least 14 killed as migrant boat collides with coast guard vessel in Greece
At least 14 people have died in a collision between a migrant boat and a Greek coast guard patrol vessel in the Aegean Sea, with a search and rescue operation currently underway near Chios Island.
The Independent: about the Greek 'island of outcasts' - 'Exile me here'
Simon Calder from The Independent humorously suggests that if this is indeed the island of outcasts, he would choose to be exiled there, praising the beauty and history of Leros.
I visited European island where people live past 100 and now know the secret
A journalist's visit to Ikaria, a Greek island known for its centenarians, revealed insights from health experts and spry 100-year-olds about their longevity.
End of a legal ordeal: Greek justice acquits 24 humanitarian workers who rescued refugees in Lesbos
A Greek court has acquitted 24 humanitarian workers, including noted activist Sarah Mardini, of human trafficking charges related to their efforts in rescuing refugees on the island of Lesbos.
Greek court acquits 24 people accused of aiding illegal migration
A Greek court on the island of Lesbos has acquitted 24 former humanitarian workers of charges related to aiding illegal migration and forming a criminal organization, asserting their actions were aimed at providing humanitarian assistance.
Naxos: This is the Greek island on the list of the best destinations in the world
Naxos has received international recognition by being included in the list of the best destinations for 2026, as determined by the recent WTM tourism exhibition.
It Sounds Unreal: The State Offers Young Families a Free House, Food, and 18 Thousand Euros If They Move to This Island
The Greek island of Antikythera is offering young families free housing, food, and financial incentives to relocate due to a dwindling population.
Greek Island Offers Free Accommodation for Volunteers Caring for Cats
On the Greek island of Syros, a humanitarian organization is seeking volunteers to care for around 3,000 stray cats in exchange for free accommodation.
Greece's beautiful island with stunning blue waters offering people £15,000 to move there
The Greek island of Antikythera is enticing families and skilled workers to relocate by offering incentives such as free food, accommodation, and a monthly stipend of £15,000.
Greek Ferries 2026: Between the Green Transition and Cost Pressure
The Greek ferry sector is at a pivotal moment in 2026, balancing increased operational costs, uncertain ticket prices, and critical decisions regarding the fleet and island connections.
A migrant boat sank near the Greek island of Samos: 1 dead, 3 missing
One person has died and three are missing after a migrant boat sank early yesterday morning near the Greek island of Samos, prompting a search and rescue operation by the coast guard and other vessels.
About 670 migrants rescued in recent hours near Greece
Approximately 670 migrants have been rescued off the coast of the Greek island of Crete amid an increase in arrivals to Europe, with adverse weather conditions complicating the situation.