… sources quoted by the Greek newspaper KATHIMERINI say that the Spanish presidency … Olaf Scholz reminded the official Athens unequivocally that the process of … by a bilateral issue, which Greece does not call such, but …
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Who is right about the Parthenon Sculptures? 'Greece of course'
… between Rishi Sunak and his Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who saw … the marbles are divided between Athens and London. So we can … got 100,000 pieces from Greece. The Greeks aren't asking … their importance as symbols of Greek civilization. I think it …
Rishi Sunak fuels row with Greece over Parthenon sculptures
British PM Rishi Sunak accused Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis of "grandstanding" over the Parthenon sculptures during a London visit, leading to the cancellation of a planned meeting. Sunak claimed Mitsotakis broke a promise not to advocate for the return of the Elgin Marbles. The Greek government responded by emphasizing the need to preserve longstanding relations. Mitsotakis, later toning down the rhetoric, referred to the meeting's cancellation as an "unfortunate event." The dispute adds to tensions over the ownership of cultural artifacts.
Rishi Sunak accuses Greek PM of grandstanding over Elgin Marbles
At PMQs, Sir Keir Starmer - who held a meeting with Mr Mitsotakis on Monday - said the Greek PM was "a fellow Nato member, an economic ally, one of our most important partners in tackling illegal immigration".
Op/Ed: The dilemma over the criticism of the Greek veto
… approach was useless, the Greek public opinion was enthralled … typology of the above cases Athens’ motivations seem different - … are Greeks and that Albanian is a dialect of Greek (we … connection with Greece is his double Albanian and Greek citizenship. But …
Sunak steps up attack on Greek PM over Elgin Marbles
UK premier says Kyriakos Mitsotakis chose to ‘grandstand’ about the sculptures in the British Museum
Erdoğan's visit to Athens and future of Türkiye, Greece ties
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Envoy presents vision of Armenia’s ‘Crossroads of Peace’ project to Greece lawmaker
Armenia's ambassador to Greece, Tigran Mkrtchyan, met with Vasilis Stigkas, the leader of the Spartans political party, which is a Greek parliamentary opposition, Armenian News-NEWS.am was informed by the Armenian embassy in Greece.
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The Glorious History of the Ancient Greek City of Antioch
Antioch on the Orontes, an ancient Greek city on the eastern side of the Orontes River, was one of the most glorious of all the Greek cities in the world. Home to hundreds of thousands of people in its golden age, it was known as “The Second Rome” and subsequently “the Cradle of Christianity” before […]
Hospital doctors on 48h strike due to collapse of Greece’s NHS
Highly frustrated about the ongoing deterioration of the National Health System, the dramatic working conditions that set patients at risk and the shortage of staff, Greece’s public hospital doctors and staff launched a 48-hour strike. The Federation of Hospital Doctors of Greece (OENGE) launched a 48-hour strike across the country on Wednesday and Thursday, November … The post Hospital doctors on 48h strike due to collapse of Greece’s NHS appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
Sunak Lashes Out Over Greek Marbles as Starmer Needles UK Leader
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak accused his Greek counterpart of trying to “grandstand” over the so-called Elgin Marbles, during a heated exchange in the UK Parliament that illustrated much about the state ...
The Simple Greek Announces Holiday Gift Card Promotion
The Simple Greek a beloved fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant franchise, announced a holiday gift card promotion that will leave guests with an ...
Sunak accuses Greek PM of ‘grandstanding’ over Parthenon marbles
… his diplomatic spat with his Greek counterpart, accusing Kyriakos Mitsotakis … century BC and removed from Athens in the early 19th … British ambassador, Lord Elgin. Greece has long called for their … Labour leader said: “The Greek prime minister came to London …
Marble row won't hurt UK-Greek relations
… the British Museum to Athens. Greek government officials said Mr … government. With the Greek and British governments arguing … consider a loan to Greece if Greece acknowledges the British Museum … Partnership with Greece. "Discussions with Greece about a …
Greek PM Was 'Grandstanding' In Sculpture Row: UK's Sunak
… ancient sculptures. London and Athens have disputed claims about why … Greece and the UK," Sunak said after meeting Greek … inappropriate." Sunak said Greece had made "specific … the Conservative leader added. Greece has denied any such assurances …
40th Anniversary Celebration of the Greek Children’s Fund
… at Glenpointe, the Greek Children’s Fund celebrated … and other countries, including Greece, was perhaps much wider … . Among the distinguished Greek community members who attended … Representatives of the well-known Greek restaurant organization “PAN GREGORIAN …
Sculptures row won't hurt Greece-UK relations: PM
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis says … will not hurt relations between Greece and Britain in the long … an angry response from the Greek premier.
Greece Govt ‘Finalising’ Bill to Legalise Same-Sex Marriage
People hold a giant rainbow flag, as they participate in the annual Gay Pride parade known as ‘Athens Pride’ in Athens, Greece, 10 June 2023. Photo: EPA-EFE/ALEXANDER BELTES The conservative New Democracy government is working on the final arrangements ...
Erdoğan aims to forge new ties in upcoming meet with Greek PM
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has expressed hope that his upcoming meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will mark a significant turning point in the historically strained ties between the two nations.
Rishi Sunak accuses Greek PM of ‘grandstanding’ on Elgin Marbles
Mitsotakis had said in an interview on Sunday that he wanted the marbles returned to Athens. Some Greek ministers accused Sunak of disrespecting the Greek people. Defending himself at prime minister’s questions, Sunak said: “It was clear that the ...
WKU Greek Life gift wrapping event
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Row Erupts Over Cancelled Meeting With Greek Prime Minister
Discussion between Rishi Sunak and his Greek counterpart faced a setback, triggering a new dispute concerning the Elgin Marbles.
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Rishi Sunak vs Greek PM: Elgin Marbles row explained
Greek PM Mitsotakis claims his UK counterpart Sunak cancelled meeting over Elgin Marbles row. | World News.
Sunak 'trying to humiliate' Greek PM, says Starmer
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer claimed Rishi Sunak had "lost his marbles" when he cancelled a meeting with the Greek prime minister. The prime minister replied that he was happy to talk about "important topics of substance" but Kyriakos Mitsotakis was trying to “grandstand” over the relics in the British Museum.
Diplomatic spat between UK and Greece over Parthenon sculptures
A diplomatic spat erupted Monday between Greece and Britain after the UK canceled a planned meeting of their prime ministers, prompting the Greek premier to accuse his British counterpart of trying to avoid discussing the contested Parthenon Marbles.
Mitsotakis Says Sunak’s Parthenon Snub Won’t Hurt Greece-UK Ties
… and row that saw Greek politicians pillory Sunak for … incident… will not affect Greek-British relations. It had … speaking anonymously, told Kathimerini that “Discussions with Greece about a Parthenon … reunified in Athens – without Britain and Greece needing to …
Greek media in panic: Athens under EU pressure for Albania
… ;E Kathimerini" writes that diplomatic consultations are ongoing with Greece in … of the Greek side", writes " E Kathimerini ". Greece cannot, said … letter from the European Council, Athens is considering the scope for …
UK has 'good relations' with Greek government
… a purpose-built museum in Athens. On Sunday, Mr … "assurances" the Greeks gave that they would not … with Kyriakos Mitsotakis". Greek sources said many geopolitical … attempting to exploit. While Greece maintains the sculptures were stolen …
Parthenon Sculptures dispute will not hurt Greece-UK relations
… the Acropolis archaeological site in Athens, Greece, November 29, 2023. … angry response from the Greek premier. A British … the British Museum to Athens. Greek government officials said Mitsotakis … British government. With Athens and London arguing over …
Greece sells six-month T-bills, yield drops
Greece sold 812.5 million euros ($891.39 million) of six-month Treasury bills on Wednesday at a lower yield, the country's debt agency (PDMA) said. The debt agency sold the new paper at a yield of 3.84%,
Greece set to quadruple gas export capacity by 2025
Growing LNG importer Greece is positioning itself as an emerging hub for LNG imports and an exporter of gas to the wider southern and eastern ...
Greece may part with 75,000 of its stored shells to feed Ukraine
As reported by a Greek publication, the deal is worth an impressive $47 million. It reminds us that Greece has a history of delivering such ammunition ...
'Window of opportunity' to strengthen Greek-Turkish relations, says Gerapetritis
Greece and Turkey stand at a “window of opportunity” to strengthen relations, with the willingness of both nations' leaders proving pivotal in ...
MILESTONE 25th Annual Capital Link Invest in Greece Forum
… An International Summit About Greece in New York Business … Opportunities in Greece Speakers from US & Greek Governments – Private … York Stock Exchange, the Athens Exchange Group and major … running investment forum about Greece abroad, engaged in a …
Greek saffron considered the best in the world
… Asian countries, saffron from Greece is considered the best quality … and memory. In 1971, the Greek saffron (Krokos Kozanis) growers … production. As of 1998, Greek red saffron has entered the … beauty products. READ ALSO ON GREEK CITY TIMES: Study proves …
Greece trying to close VAT gap with EU
… Minister Harry Theoharis told the Greek Parliament’s Economy Committee during …
Construction activity in Greece jumps in 2023
ECONOMY Private building activity grew 17.4% in volume in August this year and by 16.5% in the January-August period, the Hellenic Statistical Authority said on Tuesday. Private building activity reported 595 building permits issued, representing 392,123 …
Ten Reasons to Take a Winter Trip to Greece
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UK-Greece spat over artifacts sparks diplomatic row
… 2023. [Photo/Agencies] Greece has criticized the United Kingdom … about ancient artifacts that Greece says were taken illegally. … the Parthenon in the Greek capital Athens. The row escalated … by the meeting cancellation. Greece has long criticized the way …
Opinion: Sorrowful nod to my big Greek friend
It's all about mastering the timing. One night at a Greek restaurant downtown, we had a few too many Corfu Lagers, and while our cheese was flaming, ...
Greece-UK Dispute Erupts: Parthenon sculptures
The Greek government and opposition parties have expressed their dismay over UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s sudden decision to cancel a scheduled meeting with his counterpart in Athens Kyriakos Mitsotakis over a long-standing row regarding the Parthenon sculptures.
Preparing for the Greece-Turkey Summit
… agenda,” managed by Greek Deputy Minister of Foreign … electrical interconnection of Greece-Turkey-Bulgaria Cooperation … line between Istanbul and Thessaloniki and combined transportation. … to Greek islands appears evident. According to information, Athens …
UK-Greece Dispute Over Parthenon Sculptures Escalates
… Rishi Sunak and his Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis was … told reporters. A senior Greek government official, speaking on … the statement as “inaccurate”. Greece has repeatedly called on the … of the sculptures in Athens without determining ownership. The …
Level 4 storm warning issued for western Greece
The islands of the Ionian and western parts of mainland Greece and the Peloponnese should brace for strong showers and gale-force winds on Tuesday ...
Why Was Greek the Predominant Language of the Byzantine Empire?
Greek was the predominant language spoken in the Byzantine Empire (Eastern Roman). Despite Romans establishing the empire, Latin was always ranked second. The lands that Alexander the Great dominated during his conquests in Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa (around 330 BC), laid the groundwork for the Byzantine Empire, which lasted until 1453 AD. […]