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Greek opposition submits censure motion over train tragedy
Greece’s conservative government was hit with a censure motion in parliament on Tuesday over claims that it sought to manipulate an ongoing investigation into the nation’s worst train tragedy. The …
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Georgia beat Greece on penalties to qualify for Euro 2024
Georgia qualified for Euro 2024 on Tuesday, winning their play-off against Greece 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw at the end of extra time to advance to their first …
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Greek govt accused of manipulating train tragedy evidence
Greek opposition parties on Sunday accused the government of manipulating evidence to influence opinion over the country’s worst train tragedy, and vowed to submit a no-confidence vote. Citing a Sunday …
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France mounts security drill ahead of Olympic torch relay
French police tested their security plans for the Olympic torch relay on Friday, with a multi-layered ring of 100 officers set to be deployed to keep protesters at bay. Authorities …
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Greek government accused of covering up train tragedy
Greek opposition parties on Wednesday accused the government of trying to cover up the nation’s worst train accident after a four-month parliament investigation cleared senior politicians. Government lawmakers earlier in …
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Lufthansa plane makes emergency landing in Greece after smoke in cabin
A Lufthansa flight with 190 passengers on board made an emergency landing Monday in Rhodes after reporting smoke in the cabin, according to the operator of Greek regional airports, Fraport. …
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Greek opposition chief halts duties for military service
The head of Greece’s main opposition party, Syriza on Friday took a temporary break from his duties to begin his mandatory military service. Stefanos Kasselakis reported to the central town …
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Over 90 migrants land on Greek island: coastguard
Greek authorities said Wednesday 91 migrants landed on Gavdos, a Mediterranean island that has become a gateway to the EU for African asylum seekers in recent months. “The Crete port authorities …
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Greek frigate sees first anti-drone action in Red Sea
A Greek frigate deployed to the Red Sea last month to ward off attacks on shipping by Yemen’s Huthis saw action for the first time on Wednesday, the military said. …
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EU must adapt to warming continent: officials
EU countries need to step up preparedness for global warming after 2023 burned its way into history books as the hottest year on record, European Commission officials said Tuesday. “Europe …