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Isaac Mizan: Last living GREEK Jewish survivor of the Holocaust dies at age 94
He was the last living Jewish GREEK survivor of Auschwitz. Mizan and family were deported from their hometown of Arta in March 1944. Only he and one ...
No longer Indian nor South African but Greek: coronavirus variants get new names
Known generally by the public as the UK, South Africa, Brazil and India variants, the strains have now been given the letters Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta.
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece attend joint press conference
Leaders of Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece agreed on Saturday that the whole region needs to be included in the European Union (EU) and that the cooperation on joint projects can bring the region long-awaited prosperity and stability.
WHO will rename novel coronavirus variants with Greek letters to reduce stigma, confusion
Novel coronavirus variants now have new nicknames. To combat both stigma and confusion, the World Health Organization (WHO) is borrowing from the Greek alphabet to rename the variants of SARS-CoV-2, ...
Covid variant names: WHO to rename using Greek letters 'Alpha', 'Delta', 'Beta'
THE WORLD Health Organisation has decided to rename Covid variants using Greek letters.
Only 10% of hotels have opened in GREECE since mid-May
It is essential for GREECE to become green on the Covid-19 map issued by the European Center For Disease Prevention and Control, Tetradi ...
Preorders start June 1 for Greek Fest Express in Saco
SACO — If you love Greek food — from an array of light-as-air pastries to that tasty marriage of pasta, ground beef, spices and bechamel sauce called pastitsio — get ready. You can have some, by ...
Greece, Turkey Leaders Mitsotakis and Erdogan to Meet June 14
The leaders of Greece and Turkey Mitsotakis and Erdogan will meet on June 14, the foreign ministers of the two countries announced on Monday. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greek Stray Dog Adopts Couple From UK as her Parents
A Greek stray dog chose its own parents when she began to follow a couple traveling from the UK everywhere they went. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Mykonos: Open, Safe, Ready for Summer
Along with the rest of Greece, the hospitality industry on the rocky resort island of Mykonos began opening to welcome back travelersth the rest of Greece, the hospitality industry on the rocky resort island of Mykonos began welcome back customers on May 14th. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
The Story of the First Greek-American from Chicago Killed in World War II
Leo A. Loumbas was the first Greek-American killed in WWII from the city of Chicago. His death is memorialized, especially by the Greek-American community, in his home city of Chicago, where services have been held in his honor at St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church. Leo A. Loumbas was a 24-year old Apprentice Seaman, United States […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Malliotakis Introduces Bill Banning BLM Flags at US Embassies
Republican Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis has introduced a bill that would ban flying BLM flags at US embassies and other diplomatic posts. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
AHEPA Honors the Fallen on Memorial Day
Greek-American organization AHEPA honored all those who were killed in battle, including Greek-American soldiers, on Memorial Day. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Greek Philosopher Pythagoras and His Famous Theorem
The influence of Pythagoras in mathematics and philosophy remains strong today along with the mysteries surrounding the great Greek philosopher Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
George Lycurgus: The Greek Who Ran a Hotel on a Hawaiian Volcano
George Lycurgus created the Sans Souci Hotel and later ran the Volcano House Hotel on the edge of the Kilaeua volcano. Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.
Two more mafia-style shootings with two dead in less than 24 hours
A 39-year-old man was shot dead on Monday morning, in the second mafia-style shooting in broader Athens in less than 24 hours. He was shot several times in the middle of the road as he was heading to a gym in Vari, south-eastern Athens. The victim was a retired boxer. Citing police sources, media report … The post Two more mafia-style shootings with two dead in less than 24 hours appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Woman who developed thrombosis after AstraZeneca vaccination dies in Crete
Τhe woman from Crete who had suffered thrombosis after vaccination with AstraZeneca has died, the hospital announced on Monday. The previous day, doctors at the General hospital of Heraklio had disconnect her from life supporting machines. They had reportedly informed her family a few days ago that she was brain dead. The woman was one … The post Woman who developed thrombosis after AstraZeneca vaccination dies in Crete appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Mitsotakis and Erdogan to hold a meeting on June 14
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will hold a meeting on June 14 at the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Brussels. This was agreed during an official visit of Turkish foreign minister Mevlut Cavusoglu in Athens where he had talks with the prime minister and his Greek counterpart Nikos … The post Mitsotakis and Erdogan to hold a meeting on June 14 appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece’s new “currency”: REPO or Day-Off instead of payment for overtime work
It’s not a I-Owe-You, it’s not a Greek made “cryptocurrency”. It’s just unpaid work that will be awarded with “Day-Off” instead of payment. This is just a part of the controversial new labor law that will send workers unions to the streets on upcoming Thursday. Labor Minister Costis Hatzidakis claimed that “workers’ ncome will not … The post Greece’s new “currency”: REPO or Day-Off instead of payment for overtime work appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greece registers 1,007 new coronavirus cases, 41 deaths in 24 hours; fewer tests due to weekend
Greece’s health authorities announced on Monday evening 1,007 new coronavirus cases and 41 Covid-related deaths in the last 24 hours. The number of intubated Covid-patients has further decreased to 481. Again the number of PRC and Rapid tests were several thousands fewer than usual due to the weekend. Note that since the self-tests were introduced … The post Greece registers 1,007 new coronavirus cases, 41 deaths in 24 hours; fewer tests due to weekend appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Greek, Turkish leaders to meet on NATO summit sidelines amid tensions over drilling, migrants
Turkey's Foreign Affairs Minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu, is in Greece for talks with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias.
Turkey, Greece to start taking steps to improve ties, work on differences: FM
Turkey and Greece will start taking concrete steps and working on joint projects to improve economic and commercial ties, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said after talks Athens, as the NATO
Bitter rivals Greece and Turkey agree on plan to boost economic ties, recognize each other’s Covid-19 vaccine certificates
[Preview] The Greek and Turkish foreign ministers have agreed to move towards a normalization in relations, outlining a roadmap for economic cooperation during a face-to-face meeting. Read Full Article at RT.com
What Greek Mythology, Bill Gates and Blockbuster Can Teach Entrepreneurs About Turning Unknowns into Opportunities
… forcing things to fit. The Greek mythological character would compel people …
Head of State names Kazakhstan’s ambassadors to Greece, Japan
… the Republic of Kazakhstan to Greece and Japan, Kazinform has learnt …
Coronavirus Greece: 1,007 new cases, 481 intubated, 41 deaths
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WHO renames ‘stigmatising’ Covid variants using Greek alphabet
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WHO has modified COVID-19 variants to avoid stigma with Greek letters Coronavirus pandemic News
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WHO goes Greek to rename virus variants
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Greek and Turkish leaders to meet in June on sidelines of NATO summit
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Grants worth €1,047,000 earmarked for Museums and Visuals Arts by Greek Culture Ministry
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Joint Greek-US military training “POSEIDON’S RAGE” in progress (photos)
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Turkey, Greece smooth relations after Ankara spat
… yesterday. — AFP ATHENS: Greece and Turkey yesterday smoothed over … Some Greek analysts say Erdogan favors talks with Greece ahead … of postwar treaties with Greece. On Sunday, Cavusoglu’ … violating” international law and Greece’s sovereign rights, claiming …
Greek, Turkish foreign ministers meet in Athens
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Turkey Ready for Dialogue With Greece to Resolve Differences, Cavusoglu Says
… -ready-for-dialogue-with-greece-to-resolve-differences-cavusoglu … 47;PM @kmitsotakis of #Greece. Revitalisation of our dialogue … with the Greek officials. Cavusoglu arrived in Greece on Sunday … interview to Greek newspaper TO VIMA, saying that Greece should …
US Delta Airlines lands in Athens becoming the 1st US company to launch flights to Greece
… that commenced its flights to Greece, according to the strict … for Delta in Greece and also a milestone for Greek tourism, which … Theoharis, Minister of Tourism of Greece, said: “The new beginning … important sources of income in Greece, as it constitutes over …
UN health body goes Greek to rename coronavirus variants
The World Health Organization has said it will rename COVID-19 variants to avoid stigmatization of countries where new strains of the virus are first reported.
A low bar is set for Greek-Turkish talks
Tensions flared on camera last time the two foreign ministers met
Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding a meeting of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Kostas Fragkogiannis with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, Mr. Sedat Önal (Kavala, 29.05.2021)
During the meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece, Nikos Dendias and his Turkish Counterpart, Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, in Ankara on April 15th 2021, the two sides expressed their willingness to promote a positive agenda in the economic and trade sectors and agreed to work on the next steps in this field. In this context, the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Kostas Fragkogiannis will be having a working meeting with the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Turkey, Sedat Önal, in Kavala on 29 May 2021.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias participates in a Global Counsel online discussion on “Reshaping the EU post-covid: Greece’s perspective on foreign policy as the key to recovery” (26.05.2021)
The Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias participated today, Wednesday, May 26, in an online discussion with Lord Mandelson, Chairman of the international advisory firm Global Counsel on ‘Reshaping the EU post-covid: Greece’s perspective on foreign policy as the key to recovery”.During the discussion, the Minister of Foreign Affairs presented the Greek foreign policy regarding the relations with the USA, the relations with the United Kingdom after Brexit, as well as in the Eastern Mediterranean. Answering questions, Mr. Dendias also referred to the recent unacceptable incident of the forced landing of an aircraf in Belarus, as well as to the migration issue and the Greek Recovery and Resilience Plan.
Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Miltiadis Varvitsiotis’ address at the celebration for the 40 years of Greece – EU and the Conference on the Future of Europe: Main points (Zappeion, Athens 27.05.2021)
With the inspirational slogans "40 years of Greece – EU; stronger together" and "The future is in your hands" a major ceremonial event was held tonight at the emblematic building of Zappeion Megaron, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Greece’s accession to the European Communities, as well as the formal launch of the national dialogue in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe. The event was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs for European Affairs, Mr. Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, with the support of the Representation of the European Commission and the European Parliament Liaison Office in Greece, in the presence of H.E. the President of the Hellenic Republic Ms. Katerina Sakellaropoulou. The keynote speakers were the Prime Minister Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the President of the European Parliament Mr. David Sassoli, the President of the European Council Mr. Charles Michel and the Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs. Videotaped messages were addressed by the President-in-Office of the Council of the EU and Prime Minister of Portugal, Mr. Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ms. Ursula von der Leyen. "Greece and Europe move forward together", was the message conveyed by the Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, in his opening address. At the beginning of his speech, he referred to our country’s accession in the European Communities which was, as he said, the result of the perseverance and vision of a genuine European, Konstantinos Karamanlis. Since then, through a multifaceted relationship of 40 years, Greece has matured in parallel with the Union and within it, and has also left its mark on important European policies. "We, Greeks love and believe in the deeper essence of Europe beyond its Treaties and the bureaucracy of procedures. We know what EU represents for its citizens. "And we are proud of everything that constitutes the European way of life." The Alternate Minister then noted that despite the crises it faced, Europe endured and disproved those who predicted its disintegration. Europe displayed a bold and innovative spirit during the pandemic, undertaking significant initiatives, he said, adding that this should be the proper response to the major challenges of our times. “The Europe of our dreams and aspirations effectively protects its most vulnerable citizens and creates the conditions for everyone to have equal opportunities in health, education, employment and social mobility. This is the Europe that leaves no one behind. We have to meet the challenges of the new era”, he pointedly said. On the occasion of the launching of the national dialogue in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe, Mr. Varvitsiotis stressed that we must respond to the anguish of young people who wish to live in a strong Europe that provides choices, growth and perspective, saying that “the New Generation is the hope of Greece and Europe”. The Alternate Minister invited all Greek citizens to participate in the dialogue through the digital democratic platform. He welcomed the representatives of Civil Society who attended with physical presence or online. “With their presence here, we send a message that now is the time for their voice to be heard”, he said emphatically, referring to the teacher from the small island of Arkoi and the representatives of productive sectors, commerce, tourism and shipping. He also referred to the presence of people that produce, trade unionists, representatives of agricultural associations, immigrants that have chosen to live in our country, to the “champions of athletics, but also champions of courage, Olympic and Paralympic winners and alongside them, people with Disabilities, the champions in life”. Mr. Varvitsiotis saluted the members of the academia, students and schoolchildren who represent the future, the representatives of the Jewish community, the Muslim minority and also the representatives of the LGBTQ+ community that fights for equality. He spoke about all those who are risking their lives to save their fellow citizens in emergencies, care workers who fought tirelessly against the pandemic, people who contribute to society, show real solidarity and inspire by their example. Mr. Varvitsiotis concluded his speech by wishing: “Happy anniversary European Greece! Happy anniversary Greek Europe!”
Greek-Chilean Air Services Agreement signed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Kostas Fragogiannis and the Ambassador of Chile (Athens, 27.05,2021)
On behalf of the Greek Government and the Government of the Republic of Chile, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Economic Diplomacy and Openness, Mr. Konstantinos Fragogiannis and the Ambassador of the Republic of Chile in Athens Ms. Ximena Carolina Ares Mora, signed an Air Services Agreement this morning in Athens. "The Agreement we signed today is the result of extensive negotiations, in the framework of two consecutive Air Conferences (ICAN), which demonstrates the will of our countries to conclude a very promising and functional cooperation in the field of aviation", noted the Deputy Minister. Its signing ensures the bilateral institutional framework of aviation and signals the will of the two countries to develop bilateral relations in this field. The Agreement provides the possibility of exploiting the relevant market by the air carriers of the two sides, via intermediate connection points and to destinations beyond Greece and Chile. At the same time, through the possibility of concluding commercial cooperation between airlines of the two sides and companies of third countries, it paves the way for future direct flights between our country and Chile. Finally, the provision for unlimited pure cargo services between the two Contracting countries provides increased opportunities for the movement of goods, not only between the two countries, but, via them, to the global market. This strengthens the cooperation between Greece and Chile and creates new prospects for the development of our bilateral trade and economic relations.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias to meet with the Vice President of the European Commission Margaritis Schinas (Athens, May 28, 2021)
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias will meet tomorrow, Friday 28 May at 11:00, with the Vice President of the European Commission for Promoting the European Way of Life, Margaritis Schinas.The discussion is expected to focus on migration, pandemic management, developments in the EU-Turkey relations, as well as the Conference on the Future of Europe and the official launch of the relevant public dialogue in Greece, on the occasion of the celebration of the 40th anniversary of our country’s accession to the then EEC.
Interview of Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Miltiadis Varvitsiotis on ANT TV’s “Kalimera Ellada” with journalist Giorgos Papadakis
"Yesterday we had an important event in Athens. The European leadership celebrated with us the 40th anniversary of Greece’s accession to the European Union. "Greece received a great many congratulations for the vaccination program and the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, while today the Prime Minister and the President of the European Council unveil the Green Digital Certificate, another Greek initiative adopted at European level", stressed Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Miltiadis Varvitsiotis in an interview on ANT1 TV show "Kalimera Ellada" with journalist George Papadakis. He added that keeping the country at the core of Europe has been a national goal, served by three different parliamentary majorities and three different governments imposing very harsh measures during the crisis. Finally, referring to the Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Tsavousoglou’ s upcoming visit, Mr. Varvitsiotis noted that there is no issue of “retaliation", as what Mr. Dendias stated in Ankara are firm positions of Greek Foreign Policy. He also noted that Greece's goal is not to jeopardize its image as a country that opens its doors hospitably even to those who disagrees with and added that Greece has always respected the rights of the Greek Muslim minority in Thrace.
Photo exhibition “40 years of Greece – EU” (Zappeion, 27.05.21)
A photo exhibition featuring a rich collection of major milestones and key political figures of Greece’s European course opened to the public on Thursday evening in Zappeion, marking the celebration for the 40th anniversary of the country’s accession to the European Communities, which coincides with the launch of the national dialogue in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe. Leading politicians including Konstantinos Karamanlis, Andreas Papandreou, Konstantinos Mitsotakis, Costas Simitis, Kostas Karamanlis, George Papandreou, Loukas Papadimos, Antonis Samaras, Alexis Tsipras to the current Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, are featured as well as historic moments like the Association Agreement in 1961, the signing of the Treaty of Accession in Zappeion in 1979, the official Accession in 1981, the first Greek Presidency in 1983, the Delors Package I in 1988, the Maastricht Treaty in 1992, the entry of our country into the eurozone in 2001, the accession of Cyprus in 2004, the Treaty of Lisbon in 2009, the first economic adjustment program in 2010, the second program in 2012, the third program in 2015 and the Recovery Package in 2020. The exhibition was organized by the office of the Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs for European Affairs Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, who is the coordinator of the national dialogue in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe. The exhibition will travel throughout Greece to be presented in the events that will take place in the Regions and Municipalities of the country in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe. The photographic material of the exhibition was provided by the European Commission, the European Council, the Representation of the European Parliament in Athens, the "Konstantinos G. Karamanlis" Foundation and the Diplomatic Historical Archives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Click here (images/stories/epikairotita/2021/boards.pdf) for the exhibition pdf file.
Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the completion of the ratification process of the Greek-Italian agreement on the delimitation of their respective maritime zones
Greece welcomes the adoption, yesterday by the Italian Senate of the Greek-Italian agreement on the delimitation of their respective maritime zones, which was signed in Athens in June 2020, with 223 votes in favor and only 2 abstentions, and completes its ratification process by the Italian legislature. The agreement, which is expected to enter into force in the near future, reaffirms the commitment of Greece and of almost all its neighbouring countries to international law and in particular to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which reflects customary international law, and which all countries have an obligation to respect and apply.