Greece

Country Greece
Capital Athens
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR)
Languages Greek

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Greece achieved independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In World War II, Greece was first invaded by Italy (1940) and subsequently occupied by Germany (1941-44); fighting endured in a protracted civil war between supporters of the king and Communist rebels. Following the latter's defeat in 1949, Greece joined NATO in 1952. In 1967, a group of military officers seized power, establishing a military dictatorship that suspended many political liberties and forced the king to flee the country. In 1974, democratic elections and a referendum created a parliamentary republic and abolished the monarchy. In 1981, Greece joined the EC (now the EU); it became the 12th member of the European Economic and Monetary Union in 2001. In 2010, the prospect of a Greek default on its euro-denominated debt created severe strains within the EMU and raised the question of whether a member country might voluntarily leave the common currency or be removed.

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Greece - Wikipedia
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In Nordic dispute over EU forest targets, echoes of Greece’s crisis - The HinduIn Nordic dispute over EU forest targets, echoes of Greece’s crisis  The Hindu

Greece could ban movement of sheep, goats if sheeppox outbreak spreads | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesGreece could ban movement of sheep, goats if sheeppox outbreak spreads | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

IndiGo To Become The First Indian Carrier Offering Direct Flights Between India And Greece - NDTVIndiGo To Become The First Indian Carrier Offering Direct Flights Between India And Greece  NDTV

This resort in Crete ticks all the boxes for a fun-filled family holiday - The IndependentThis resort in Crete ticks all the boxes for a fun-filled family holiday  The Independent

Kougioumtsidis gives Greece historic world gold as 1st male champion - United World WrestlingKougioumtsidis gives Greece historic world gold as 1st male champion  United World Wrestling

Greece to buy fourth Belharra frigate from France - Arab NewsGreece to buy fourth Belharra frigate from France  Arab News

Greece seeks to push Libya to halt maritime deal with Türkiye | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahGreece seeks to push Libya to halt maritime deal with Türkiye | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

First objects retrieved from wreck of Titanic’s sister ship in Greece - The GuardianFirst objects retrieved from wreck of Titanic’s sister ship in Greece  The Guardian

Greece stocks lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 0.69% - Investing.comGreece stocks lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 0.69%  Investing.com

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Greece Commits to 4th FDI Frigate Procurement - navalnews.comGreece Commits to 4th FDI Frigate Procurement  navalnews.com

Greece restructures railway infrastructure manager to implement safety and efficiency improvements - Railway Gazette InternationalGreece restructures railway infrastructure manager to implement safety and efficiency improvements  Railway Gazette International

Greece Emerges as a Top Global Tourism Powerhouse in 2025, Achieving Unprecedented Visitor Satisfaction and Paving the Way for Sustainable Future Growth - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Emerges as a Top Global Tourism Powerhouse in 2025, Achieving Unprecedented Visitor Satisfaction and Paving the Way for Sustainable Future Growth  Travel And Tour World

Greece, Libya to hold talks on maritime zones dispute - The New ArabGreece, Libya to hold talks on maritime zones dispute  The New Arab

Greece’s Tourism: High Visitor Satisfaction, Sustainability Gaps - GreekReporter.comGreece’s Tourism: High Visitor Satisfaction, Sustainability Gaps  GreekReporter.com

IndiGo to launch direct flights to Greece from January 2026 using India's first Airbus A321XLR aircraft - The Economic TimesIndiGo to launch direct flights to Greece from January 2026 using India's first Airbus A321XLR aircraft  The Economic Times

INDIAN NAVAL SHIP TAMAL ARRIVED AT SOUDA BAY, GREECE - PIBINDIAN NAVAL SHIP TAMAL ARRIVED AT SOUDA BAY, GREECE  PIB

CLIA’s ‘All Aboard Greece’ campaign expands - eKathimerini.comCLIA’s ‘All Aboard Greece’ campaign expands  eKathimerini.com

Greece could ban movement of sheep, goats if sheeppox outbreak spreads - ReutersGreece could ban movement of sheep, goats if sheeppox outbreak spreads  Reuters

Greece Expands Fleet with Fourth French-Built Belharra Frigate - Modern DiplomacyGreece Expands Fleet with Fourth French-Built Belharra Frigate  Modern Diplomacy

Greece shares lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 0.69% - Investing.com IndiaGreece shares lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 0.69%  Investing.com India

IndiGo inks codeshare pact with Greece's flag carrier AEGEAN to offer cross-network flights - The Economic TimesIndiGo inks codeshare pact with Greece's flag carrier AEGEAN to offer cross-network flights  The Economic Times

Greece Approves Purchase of Fourth French FDI Frigate - GreekReporter.comGreece Approves Purchase of Fourth French FDI Frigate  GreekReporter.com

Italy Joins France, Greece, and More Countries with Shocking Outbreaks Resulting in New High Risk for Travellers in 2026 – Are You Safe? - Travel And Tour WorldItaly Joins France, Greece, and More Countries with Shocking Outbreaks Resulting in New High Risk for Travellers in 2026 – Are You Safe?  Travel And Tour World

Italy, France, Spain, and Greece Continue Issuing Tourist Visas to Russians, While Germany Tightens Entry Requirements Amid Political Tensions - Travel And Tour WorldItaly, France, Spain, and Greece Continue Issuing Tourist Visas to Russians, While Germany Tightens Entry Requirements Amid Political Tensions  Travel And Tour World

Mysterious 300,000-Year-Old Skull Found In Greece Does Not Belong To Humans - NDTVMysterious 300,000-Year-Old Skull Found In Greece Does Not Belong To Humans  NDTV

Greece suspends tycoon Plahotniuc's extradition to Moldova, says Moldovan prosecutor - ReutersGreece suspends tycoon Plahotniuc's extradition to Moldova, says Moldovan prosecutor  Reuters

IndiGo to launch India’s first direct flights to Greece from Delhi and Mumbai in January 2026: What you... - MoneycontrolIndiGo to launch India’s first direct flights to Greece from Delhi and Mumbai in January 2026: What you...  Moneycontrol

Greece’s Latest Assault on Civil Society - Human Rights WatchGreece’s Latest Assault on Civil Society  Human Rights Watch

Intermodal: Greece emerges as key point for U.S. LNG into Europe - Safety4SeaIntermodal: Greece emerges as key point for U.S. LNG into Europe  Safety4Sea

Greece-Turkey: Mitsotakis Sets Conditions for International Court Referral - GreekReporter.comGreece-Turkey: Mitsotakis Sets Conditions for International Court Referral  GreekReporter.com

Greece Marks Seventy Years of Athens Epidaurus Festival, Showcasing Culture as a Pillar of Tourism, Trade and Sustainable Growth - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Marks Seventy Years of Athens Epidaurus Festival, Showcasing Culture as a Pillar of Tourism, Trade and Sustainable Growth  Travel And Tour World

Greece Prepares Lemnos To Welcome More Turkish Visitors In 2026 With New Tourism Partnerships And Heritage Experiences - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Prepares Lemnos To Welcome More Turkish Visitors In 2026 With New Tourism Partnerships And Heritage Experiences  Travel And Tour World

Overrated destinations in Greece to avoid - NewsBytesOverrated destinations in Greece to avoid  NewsBytes

Greece Holds Unique Olympic Record Apart From Participating In Each Edition - ETV BharatGreece Holds Unique Olympic Record Apart From Participating In Each Edition  ETV Bharat

Greece Study Abroad Program Feeling The Pinch With Athens Becoming Increasingly Unaffordable, While Bolivia Emerges As A Promising New Destination Offering Cultural Depth And Cost-Effective Opportunities For International Learners - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Study Abroad Program Feeling The Pinch With Athens Becoming Increasingly Unaffordable, While Bolivia Emerges As A Promising New Destination Offering Cultural Depth And Cost-Effective Opportunities For International Learners  Travel And Tour World

OpenAI and Greek Government launch ‘OpenAI for Greece’ - OpenAIOpenAI and Greek Government launch ‘OpenAI for Greece’  OpenAI

Freediving in Pavlopetri, the World’s Oldest Sunken City in Greece - GreekReporter.comFreediving in Pavlopetri, the World’s Oldest Sunken City in Greece  GreekReporter.com

Boat that sank off Libya killing at least 50 migrants was headed to Greece IOM says - theweek.inBoat that sank off Libya killing at least 50 migrants was headed to Greece IOM says  theweek.in

Greece stages military exercise in Aegean after Turkish survey warning - eKathimerini.comGreece stages military exercise in Aegean after Turkish survey warning  eKathimerini.com

Greece Golden Visa: The Ultimate Guide - Get Golden VisaGreece Golden Visa: The Ultimate Guide  Get Golden Visa

Hungary Joins Austria, Greece, Bulgaria, Germany, Romania, And More In The European Wine Tourism Evaluation, Revealing New Opportunities For Wine Enthusiasts: New Report You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldHungary Joins Austria, Greece, Bulgaria, Germany, Romania, And More In The European Wine Tourism Evaluation, Revealing New Opportunities For Wine Enthusiasts: New Report You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Giannis' Wife Reveals Disturbing Death Threat After Greece-Turkey Clash - Basketball ForeverGiannis' Wife Reveals Disturbing Death Threat After Greece-Turkey Clash  Basketball Forever

Greece stocks lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 1.18% - Investing.comGreece stocks lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 1.18%  Investing.com

Greece could ban movement of sheep, goats if smallpox outbreak spreads - ReutersGreece could ban movement of sheep, goats if smallpox outbreak spreads  Reuters

Greece Golden Visa: With ?3 cr, Indians can live with family, travel Europe - Business StandardGreece Golden Visa: With ?3 cr, Indians can live with family, travel Europe  Business Standard

Greece HC Fires Back at Alperen Sengun Over Giannis Comments - Basketball ForeverGreece HC Fires Back at Alperen Sengun Over Giannis Comments  Basketball Forever

IndiGo Announces Exciting New Route With Direct Nonstop Flights From Delhi And Mumbai To Athens Starting In 2026 Connecting India To The Heart Of Greece - Travel And Tour WorldIndiGo Announces Exciting New Route With Direct Nonstop Flights From Delhi And Mumbai To Athens Starting In 2026 Connecting India To The Heart Of Greece  Travel And Tour World

Locals Push Back Migrant Boats at Gavdos, Greece - GreekReporter.comLocals Push Back Migrant Boats at Gavdos, Greece  GreekReporter.com

Content Guru Expands with New Global Operations Support Hub in Athens, Greece - contact-centres.comContent Guru Expands with New Global Operations Support Hub in Athens, Greece  contact-centres.com

Greece Security Council Approves Purchase of Fourth Belharra Frigate from France - Marine LinkGreece Security Council Approves Purchase of Fourth Belharra Frigate from France  Marine Link

Greece-Cyprus-Israel subsea power link faces major obstacles - DWGreece-Cyprus-Israel subsea power link faces major obstacles  DW

France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece Offering Unmatched Wine Tourism Adventures with Rich Heritage Stunning Vineyards and Award-Winning Wines - Travel And Tour WorldFrance, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece Offering Unmatched Wine Tourism Adventures with Rich Heritage Stunning Vineyards and Award-Winning Wines  Travel And Tour World

Greece Showcases Marine Protection Efforts in Brussels - tovima.comGreece Showcases Marine Protection Efforts in Brussels  tovima.com

India to Greece - Travel And Tour WorldIndia to Greece  Travel And Tour World

Greece considers movement ban after sheeppox outbreak on farm - NewswavGreece considers movement ban after sheeppox outbreak on farm  Newswav

IndiGo and Aegean Airlines Partner for India-Greece Connectivity - GreekReporter.comIndiGo and Aegean Airlines Partner for India-Greece Connectivity  GreekReporter.com

Ukraine And Moldova Strengthened As SkyUp Airlines Expands Direct Summer 2026 Flights From Greece To Chi?inau Enhancing Regional Connectivity - Travel And Tour WorldUkraine And Moldova Strengthened As SkyUp Airlines Expands Direct Summer 2026 Flights From Greece To Chi?inau Enhancing Regional Connectivity  Travel And Tour World

Greece study abroad program feeling the pinch - eKathimerini.comGreece study abroad program feeling the pinch  eKathimerini.com

Why the Greece Golden Visa is a top choice for Schengen residency - The Economic TimesWhy the Greece Golden Visa is a top choice for Schengen residency  The Economic Times

Greece, collective trauma in the wake of endless fires - Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso TranseuropaGreece, collective trauma in the wake of endless fires  Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso Transeuropa

Two ships set sail from Greece to join Gaza-bound flotilla as it departs from Tunisia - The Times of IsraelTwo ships set sail from Greece to join Gaza-bound flotilla as it departs from Tunisia  The Times of Israel

Greece shares lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 1.18% - Investing.com IndiaGreece shares lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 1.18%  Investing.com India

Melissa Parke: "Ratification of the Treaty for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons will set Greece on the right side of history" - Pressenza - International Press AgencyMelissa Parke: "Ratification of the Treaty for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons will set Greece on the right side of history"  Pressenza - International Press Agency

Greece’s New Fund Eyes €1 Billion Investment in Tech, Renewables - Bloomberg.comGreece’s New Fund Eyes €1 Billion Investment in Tech, Renewables  Bloomberg.com

Greece Unveils Hellenic Innovation and Infrastructure Fund to Boost Global Investment - Greek City TimesGreece Unveils Hellenic Innovation and Infrastructure Fund to Boost Global Investment  Greek City Times

Volos, Greece: A Rising Star in Mediterranean Cruise Tourism in 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldVolos, Greece: A Rising Star in Mediterranean Cruise Tourism in 2025  Travel And Tour World

Greece’s Stefanou brothers plan tanker debut, while boosting bulker fleet with two more buys - Tradewinds NewsGreece’s Stefanou brothers plan tanker debut, while boosting bulker fleet with two more buys  Tradewinds News

Greece can become regional logistics hub says GEK Terna CEO - eKathimerini.comGreece can become regional logistics hub says GEK Terna CEO  eKathimerini.com

Greece raises 250 million euros from 10-year bond reopening - TradingViewGreece raises 250 million euros from 10-year bond reopening  TradingView

Greece urges Libya to abandon maritime deal with Türkiye - Türkiye TodayGreece urges Libya to abandon maritime deal with Türkiye  Türkiye Today

Horrifying Video Captures Final Seconds of Hiker Killed in Bear Attack in Greece - GreekReporter.comHorrifying Video Captures Final Seconds of Hiker Killed in Bear Attack in Greece  GreekReporter.com

Pau Gasol recalls Tony Parker talks, hails Giannis’ medal with Greece - BasketNews.comPau Gasol recalls Tony Parker talks, hails Giannis’ medal with Greece  BasketNews.com

Greece Launches Military Exercise in the Aegean Following Turkey’s Expected Survey - GreekReporter.comGreece Launches Military Exercise in the Aegean Following Turkey’s Expected Survey  GreekReporter.com

Turkey Issues New NAVTEX Demanding Demilitarization of 23 Greek Islands - Greek City TimesTurkey Issues New NAVTEX Demanding Demilitarization of 23 Greek Islands  Greek City Times

The wait is over: Giannis leads Greece back to EuroBasket podium - fiba.basketballThe wait is over: Giannis leads Greece back to EuroBasket podium  fiba.basketball

Greece Expands Ties With Peru, UAE Ahead of Civilizations Forum - GreekReporter.comGreece Expands Ties With Peru, UAE Ahead of Civilizations Forum  GreekReporter.com

Nearly 20,000 Teacher Shortages in Greece Spark Backlash - tovima.comNearly 20,000 Teacher Shortages in Greece Spark Backlash  tovima.com

Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and Hungary refused to limit visa issuance to Russians - Media - ?????????? ??????????? ??????Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and Hungary refused to limit visa issuance to Russians - Media  ?????????? ??????????? ??????

Greece Weather Thursday: Cooler Temperatures and Strong Winds - tovima.comGreece Weather Thursday: Cooler Temperatures and Strong Winds  tovima.com

Greece at UN: Situation in Yemen has reached critical crossroad - eKathimerini.comGreece at UN: Situation in Yemen has reached critical crossroad  eKathimerini.com

EuroBasket 2025: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece hold off Finland to win bronze - NBAEuroBasket 2025: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece hold off Finland to win bronze  NBA

Armenia U17 youth national team lost to Greece in a friendly match - SportaranArmenia U17 youth national team lost to Greece in a friendly match  Sportaran

Wolf Attack Shocks Visitors in One of Greece’s Most Popular Summer Destinations - GreekReporter.comWolf Attack Shocks Visitors in One of Greece’s Most Popular Summer Destinations  GreekReporter.com

Experience Thessaloniki Reworks Festival 2025: A Major Boost to Greece’s Tourism and Electronic Music Scene - Travel And Tour WorldExperience Thessaloniki Reworks Festival 2025: A Major Boost to Greece’s Tourism and Electronic Music Scene  Travel And Tour World

Zagreb 2025: Greece wins historic gold - InsideTheGamesZagreb 2025: Greece wins historic gold  InsideTheGames

Greece should prevent pushbacks and ensure accountability for human rights violations at the borders - The Council of EuropeGreece should prevent pushbacks and ensure accountability for human rights violations at the borders  The Council of Europe

Robert Redford’s Love for Greece - GreekReporter.comRobert Redford’s Love for Greece  GreekReporter.com

Dertour: Surge in Luxury Travel, Especially to Greece - MarketScreenerDertour: Surge in Luxury Travel, Especially to Greece  MarketScreener

One-Stop System to Book All Hospital Appointments in Greece - tovima.comOne-Stop System to Book All Hospital Appointments in Greece  tovima.com

Greece: Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn leader released from prison early - BBCGreece: Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn leader released from prison early  BBC

The Open University launches Anatolia American University in Greece as part of new partnership - EdTech Innovation HubThe Open University launches Anatolia American University in Greece as part of new partnership  EdTech Innovation Hub

Armenia U17 — Greece U17: Live Stream - SportaranArmenia U17 — Greece U17: Live Stream  Sportaran

Greece to purchase a fourth French-made frigate for its navy - Le Monde.frGreece to purchase a fourth French-made frigate for its navy  Le Monde.fr

PM: Greece will never discuss sovereignty issues with Turkey - eKathimerini.comPM: Greece will never discuss sovereignty issues with Turkey  eKathimerini.com

Greece launches new wealth fund with help from BlackRock - Pensions & InvestmentsGreece launches new wealth fund with help from BlackRock  Pensions & Investments

Greece stands firm in opposing Türkiye joining EU defense | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahGreece stands firm in opposing Türkiye joining EU defense | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Alperen Sengün bury the hatchet after Greece-Türkiye flare-up - Yahoo SportsGiannis Antetokounmpo and Alperen Sengün bury the hatchet after Greece-Türkiye flare-up  Yahoo Sports

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