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 battles wildfire in Evia, reports progress on Crete - Reuters
  1. Greece battles wildfire in Evia, reports progress on Crete  Reuters
  2. Greece wildfires: mass evacuations as blaze rages near Ierapetra, Crete  BBC
  3. Greece on high alert as heat and wind fuel fire outbreaks | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times


Speculated India-Greece missile deal sparks tensions with Turkey - OpIndiaSpeculated India-Greece missile deal sparks tensions with Turkey  OpIndia

Turkey fears India may offer LR-LACM missile to Greece, escalating strike threat amid Cyprus row & defence cooperation - OrganiserTurkey fears India may offer LR-LACM missile to Greece, escalating strike threat amid Cyprus row & defence cooperation  Organiser

Masterstroke by PM Modi as India plans to give most dangerous Land Attack Cruise Missile to Turkey's enemy, P - India.ComMasterstroke by PM Modi as India plans to give most dangerous Land Attack Cruise Missile to Turkey's enemy, P  India.Com

China stands ready to strengthen bond of cooperation with Greece -- Chinese premier - Global TimesChina stands ready to strengthen bond of cooperation with Greece -- Chinese premier  Global Times

11 most beautiful secret destinations in Greece - Moneycontrol11 most beautiful secret destinations in Greece  Moneycontrol

Greece's Santorini: Balancing tourism and the environment - DWGreece's Santorini: Balancing tourism and the environment  DW

Masterstroke by Modi govt as India, Greece, Cyprus, Armenia may form a..., bad news for Pakistan, Turkey, Aze - India.ComMasterstroke by Modi govt as India, Greece, Cyprus, Armenia may form a..., bad news for Pakistan, Turkey, Aze  India.Com

Greece shares higher at close of trade; Athens General Composite up 0.15% - Investing.com IndiaGreece shares higher at close of trade; Athens General Composite up 0.15%  Investing.com India

Anyone going to Greece given two day 'heat dome' alert - The MirrorAnyone going to Greece given two day 'heat dome' alert  The Mirror

Disabled-friendly beaches in Greece: A list - NewsBytesDisabled-friendly beaches in Greece: A list  NewsBytes

Spain and Greece to battle for gold at Women’s U16 European Water Polo Championships - europeanaquatics.orgSpain and Greece to battle for gold at Women’s U16 European Water Polo Championships  europeanaquatics.org

Fires in Greece’s Crete and near Athens extinguished; two dead in Turkiye - Al JazeeraFires in Greece’s Crete and near Athens extinguished; two dead in Turkiye  Al Jazeera

Italy, France, Croatia, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Canada Applaud Greece’s Remarkable Winter Tourism Revival As Lesser-Known Regions Deliver Near-Perfect Scores In Culture, Cuisine, And Hospitality, Redefining Europe’s Off-Season Travel Landscape - Travel And Tour WorldItaly, France, Croatia, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Canada Applaud Greece’s Remarkable Winter Tourism Revival As Lesser-Known Regions Deliver Near-Perfect Scores In Culture, Cuisine, And Hospitality, Redefining Europe’s Off-Season Travel Landscape  Travel And Tour World

Yanis Varoufakis on the Legacy of Greece’s Oxi Referendum - JacobinYanis Varoufakis on the Legacy of Greece’s Oxi Referendum  Jacobin

Greece’s Painful Decade of Rehabilitation Rewards the Believers - BloombergGreece’s Painful Decade of Rehabilitation Rewards the Believers  Bloomberg

Greece Battles Wildfire On Crete For A Third Day As Temperatures Rise | Crete Wildfire | N18G - News18Greece Battles Wildfire On Crete For A Third Day As Temperatures Rise | Crete Wildfire | N18G  News18

Greece wildfires trigger state of emergency, 5,000 evacuated - The Indian ExpressGreece wildfires trigger state of emergency, 5,000 evacuated  The Indian Express

Diesel Prices in Greece Set to Rise with New Green Levy - tovima.comDiesel Prices in Greece Set to Rise with New Green Levy  tovima.com

Fruit and vegetable imports to Greece rise in first half of 2025 - EastFruitFruit and vegetable imports to Greece rise in first half of 2025  EastFruit

Hundreds of tourists evacuated as Greece wildfire rages on Island of Crete - The Economic TimesHundreds of tourists evacuated as Greece wildfire rages on Island of Crete  The Economic Times

Thousands forced to evacuate as new wildfires break out in Greece - France 24Thousands forced to evacuate as new wildfires break out in Greece  France 24

Wildfires are tearing through a popular tourist hotspot in Greece, forcing mass evacuations - CNNWildfires are tearing through a popular tourist hotspot in Greece, forcing mass evacuations  CNN

Watch: Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece - BBCWatch: Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece  BBC

Wildfires force more evacuations in Turkiye and Greece - Al JazeeraWildfires force more evacuations in Turkiye and Greece  Al Jazeera

New fire threatens homes in Greece's Athens, blaze in Crete displaces over 1,000, as Europe bakes in heatwave - ReutersNew fire threatens homes in Greece's Athens, blaze in Crete displaces over 1,000, as Europe bakes in heatwave  Reuters

Greece battles wildfire on Crete for a third day as temperatures rise - ReutersGreece battles wildfire on Crete for a third day as temperatures rise  Reuters

Türkiye, Greece inks tourism cooperation protocol to boost cross-border travel - Türkiye TodayTürkiye, Greece inks tourism cooperation protocol to boost cross-border travel  Türkiye Today

1,500 People Evacuated as Wildfire Rages on Greek Island of Crete - The New York Times1,500 People Evacuated as Wildfire Rages on Greek Island of Crete  The New York Times

Greece: Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rages on Crete - news.cgtn.comGreece: Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rages on Crete  news.cgtn.com

Firefighters battle wildfires in Greece and Turkey, prompting evacuations and emergency response - Euronews.comFirefighters battle wildfires in Greece and Turkey, prompting evacuations and emergency response  Euronews.com

Wildfires break out in Turkey, Syria and Greece - with towns near Athens evacuated - Sky NewsWildfires break out in Turkey, Syria and Greece - with towns near Athens evacuated  Sky News

UK, US, Italy, Spain, Turkey, France, And Greece Set The Pace For Europe’s Travel Revival As Copenhagen Airport Surpasses Three Million June Passengers In A Historic Start To Summer - Travel And Tour WorldUK, US, Italy, Spain, Turkey, France, And Greece Set The Pace For Europe’s Travel Revival As Copenhagen Airport Surpasses Three Million June Passengers In A Historic Start To Summer  Travel And Tour World

Fires, floods, snow: Climate crisis hits Greece, Turkiye, Syria hard - WIONFires, floods, snow: Climate crisis hits Greece, Turkiye, Syria hard  WION

Greece’s Olive Oil Crisis Is Bad Enough to Tempt Thieves - BloombergGreece’s Olive Oil Crisis Is Bad Enough to Tempt Thieves  Bloomberg

Greece Now gets the Debut of Aroya Cruises with Their Arrival in Piraeus, Expanding Its Eastern Mediterranean Presence and Boosting Cruise Tourism at this Year - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Now gets the Debut of Aroya Cruises with Their Arrival in Piraeus, Expanding Its Eastern Mediterranean Presence and Boosting Cruise Tourism at this Year  Travel And Tour World

Exclusive | Goldman Sachs Scraps Plans to Build Hotel Brand in Greece - WSJExclusive | Goldman Sachs Scraps Plans to Build Hotel Brand in Greece  WSJ

Greek PM vows to investigate €290m ‘fake’ farmer fraud scandal - The GuardianGreek PM vows to investigate €290m ‘fake’ farmer fraud scandal  The Guardian

Greece - Ancient, Art, Archaeology - BritannicaGreece - Ancient, Art, Archaeology  Britannica

6th Jalsa Salana held in Greece - Al Hakam6th Jalsa Salana held in Greece  Al Hakam

Now, Mexico Joins Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Greece, Croatia, and More in Global Protest Wave Against Overtourism, Warning That Mass Travel and Short-Term Rentals Are Driving Locals Out - Travel And Tour WorldNow, Mexico Joins Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Greece, Croatia, and More in Global Protest Wave Against Overtourism, Warning That Mass Travel and Short-Term Rentals Are Driving Locals Out  Travel And Tour World

Merkel says Trump is an attention seeker and Greek debt crisis brought her to tears - politico.euMerkel says Trump is an attention seeker and Greek debt crisis brought her to tears  politico.eu

UK Issues Urgent Travel Alert For Greece Due To Surge In Climate-Driven Disasters And Fire Hazards - Travel And Tour WorldUK Issues Urgent Travel Alert For Greece Due To Surge In Climate-Driven Disasters And Fire Hazards  Travel And Tour World

What’s Real Cost of Submarines, Fighter Jets, Drones for Greece? - The National HeraldWhat’s Real Cost of Submarines, Fighter Jets, Drones for Greece?  The National Herald

Wildfire in Greece prompts evacuation; firefighters tackle blazes in Turkey, Syria - NPRWildfire in Greece prompts evacuation; firefighters tackle blazes in Turkey, Syria  NPR

Greece starts charging tourist tax on cruises - France 24Greece starts charging tourist tax on cruises  France 24

Travelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 5 - My Edmonds NewsTravelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 5  My Edmonds News

Greece faces migrant surge as Libya, Turkey intensify Mediterranean energy ties - EuractivGreece faces migrant surge as Libya, Turkey intensify Mediterranean energy ties  Euractiv

Travelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 3 - My Edmonds NewsTravelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 3  My Edmonds News

Greek ministers hold talks with US and Canadian diplomats for ‘Rebrain Greece’ initiative - eKathimerini.comGreek ministers hold talks with US and Canadian diplomats for ‘Rebrain Greece’ initiative  eKathimerini.com

Greece’s Fiscal Horror Show Is Now a Distant Memory - BloombergGreece’s Fiscal Horror Show Is Now a Distant Memory  Bloomberg

Amid boycott Turkey, Azerbaijan calls, Greek influencer invites Indian tourists to Greece, shares must-hav - The Economic TimesAmid boycott Turkey, Azerbaijan calls, Greek influencer invites Indian tourists to Greece, shares must-hav  The Economic Times

Greece’s water crisis deepens - qazinform.comGreece’s water crisis deepens  qazinform.com

Greece battles wildfire near capital as summer’s first heatwave hits - Al JazeeraGreece battles wildfire near capital as summer’s first heatwave hits  Al Jazeera

As Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried - The New York TimesAs Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried  The New York Times

Kate Hudson in Bikini Enjoys "Family Summer" in Greece - CelebwellKate Hudson in Bikini Enjoys "Family Summer" in Greece  Celebwell

21 Years Ago: Greece Shocks Football World by Winning Euro 2004 - tovima.com21 Years Ago: Greece Shocks Football World by Winning Euro 2004  tovima.com

Firefighters race to contain wildfires in Greece as thousands evacuated, 2 die in Turkey - AP NewsFirefighters race to contain wildfires in Greece as thousands evacuated, 2 die in Turkey  AP News

Greece travel - Lonely PlanetGreece travel  Lonely Planet

Greece Battles Wildfires, Braces for Second Heatwave - GreekReporter.comGreece Battles Wildfires, Braces for Second Heatwave  GreekReporter.com

Italy Endures Widespread Red Alerts Amid Soaring Temperatures While Greece’s Largest Island Mobilizes Firefighting Aircraft And Rescue Crews To Evacuate Over Six Thousand People From Crete - Travel And Tour WorldItaly Endures Widespread Red Alerts Amid Soaring Temperatures While Greece’s Largest Island Mobilizes Firefighting Aircraft And Rescue Crews To Evacuate Over Six Thousand People From Crete  Travel And Tour World

Greece welcomes WHO resolution targeting rare diseases - EuractivGreece welcomes WHO resolution targeting rare diseases  Euractiv

The Hidden Price of Parenthood in Greece - tovima.comThe Hidden Price of Parenthood in Greece  tovima.com

Greece Wildfires: More Than 5,000 Evacuated From Tourist Hotspot - NewsweekGreece Wildfires: More Than 5,000 Evacuated From Tourist Hotspot  Newsweek

Greece names new ministers after high-level resignations over farm scandal - politico.euGreece names new ministers after high-level resignations over farm scandal  politico.eu

Greece Is Transformed After 10-Year Battle With Austerity - BloombergGreece Is Transformed After 10-Year Battle With Austerity  Bloomberg

Greece Battles New Wildfires as Heatwave and High-Risk Alerts Intensify - tovima.comGreece Battles New Wildfires as Heatwave and High-Risk Alerts Intensify  tovima.com

Now France Joins Belgium, Greece, Italy Facing Tourist Attractions Closure as Brutal Heatwave Pains Europe, New Update Till Now for Americans Visiting EU During US Independence Day Holiday Weekend, Where to Go Instead - Travel And Tour WorldNow France Joins Belgium, Greece, Italy Facing Tourist Attractions Closure as Brutal Heatwave Pains Europe, New Update Till Now for Americans Visiting EU During US Independence Day Holiday Weekend, Where to Go Instead  Travel And Tour World

Greece wants to jail people for selling alcohol or tobacco to children - Euronews.comGreece wants to jail people for selling alcohol or tobacco to children  Euronews.com

Travelogue: A short two months in Greece - My Edmonds NewsTravelogue: A short two months in Greece  My Edmonds News

Travelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 2 - My Edmonds NewsTravelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 2  My Edmonds News

Wildfire Risk Rises Across Greece on Saturday - tovima.comWildfire Risk Rises Across Greece on Saturday  tovima.com

Greece faces worsening water crisis as reserves near critical levels - AnewZGreece faces worsening water crisis as reserves near critical levels  AnewZ

Now, Crete Island In Greece: Travel Guide Amid Earthquakes, Tsunami Alerts And Ongoing Wildfires, Here’s All You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldNow, Crete Island In Greece: Travel Guide Amid Earthquakes, Tsunami Alerts And Ongoing Wildfires, Here’s All You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Wildfires rage on Greek island of Crete amid deadly European heat wave - The Washington PostWildfires rage on Greek island of Crete amid deadly European heat wave  The Washington Post

Searing Heat Burns Greece, Turkey as Torrid Weather Shifts East - BloombergSearing Heat Burns Greece, Turkey as Torrid Weather Shifts East  Bloomberg

News: Chair of the NATO Military Committee visits Greece, 12-Jun.-2025 - NATONews: Chair of the NATO Military Committee visits Greece, 12-Jun.-2025  NATO

Greece is one of NATO's top defense spenders. Here's why - CNBCGreece is one of NATO's top defense spenders. Here's why  CNBC

Greece expands space industry with defense, naval ties - eKathimerini.comGreece expands space industry with defense, naval ties  eKathimerini.com

India Strengthens Ties with Armenia, Cyprus, and Greece Amid Regional Tensions - MassisPostIndia Strengthens Ties with Armenia, Cyprus, and Greece Amid Regional Tensions  MassisPost

This Under-The-Radar West Florida Town Could Easily Pass For Greece - Southern LivingThis Under-The-Radar West Florida Town Could Easily Pass For Greece  Southern Living

Greece stocks higher at close of trade; Athens General Composite up 0.15% - Investing.comGreece stocks higher at close of trade; Athens General Composite up 0.15%  Investing.com

I spent every summer in Greece as a kid. Here are 7 places you should visit that aren't Mykonos or Athens. - Business InsiderI spent every summer in Greece as a kid. Here are 7 places you should visit that aren't Mykonos or Athens.  Business Insider

Extreme Heatwave Set To Grip Greece With Temperatures Soaring To 42°C - tovima.comExtreme Heatwave Set To Grip Greece With Temperatures Soaring To 42°C  tovima.com

Video. Wildfires hit Greece’s mainland and islands, forcing evacuations - Euronews.comVideo. Wildfires hit Greece’s mainland and islands, forcing evacuations  Euronews.com

Greece probes Azerbaijani arrested for espionage for links to Iran - Al JazeeraGreece probes Azerbaijani arrested for espionage for links to Iran  Al Jazeera

Japan Joins With Vietnam, Greece, Thailand and More: Here’s Ten Perfect Tourist Destinations You Should Know Now - Travel And Tour WorldJapan Joins With Vietnam, Greece, Thailand and More: Here’s Ten Perfect Tourist Destinations You Should Know Now  Travel And Tour World

Greece Joins Canada, Italy, South Korea, Singapore, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden In Escalating Summer Threat Warnings As Australia Issues New Alert - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Joins Canada, Italy, South Korea, Singapore, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden In Escalating Summer Threat Warnings As Australia Issues New Alert  Travel And Tour World

Why Turkey Is Threatening India’s Ally Greece After New Delhi Destroyed Its Deadliest Drone - Zee NewsWhy Turkey Is Threatening India’s Ally Greece After New Delhi Destroyed Its Deadliest Drone  Zee News

Travelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 4 - MLTnews.comTravelogue: A short two months in Greece, part 4  MLTnews.com

EU fines Greece €400M over farm aid debacle - politico.euEU fines Greece €400M over farm aid debacle  politico.eu

Homes burn in Greece as wildfire sweeps through coastal towns - BBCHomes burn in Greece as wildfire sweeps through coastal towns  BBC

Mass protests across Greece to demand justice for Tempe train crash victims - Al JazeeraMass protests across Greece to demand justice for Tempe train crash victims  Al Jazeera

8 Singers to Catch on Stage in Greece This Summer - The National Herald8 Singers to Catch on Stage in Greece This Summer  The National Herald

Greece: Wildfire erupts near Athens amid heat wave - DWGreece: Wildfire erupts near Athens amid heat wave  DW

Greece: the Commissioner calls for accountability for human rights violations committed at the borders and intensified efforts to honour the human rights of Roma - Council of EuropeGreece: the Commissioner calls for accountability for human rights violations committed at the borders and intensified efforts to honour the human rights of Roma  Council of Europe

Managing Public Procurement Risks in Greece - OECDManaging Public Procurement Risks in Greece  OECD

“West Asia Quad” – Greece, India, Cyprus and Armenia Alliance Could Change the Game - Greek City Times“West Asia Quad” – Greece, India, Cyprus and Armenia Alliance Could Change the Game  Greek City Times

Wildfires erupt in Greece, Turkey and Syria amid intense heat - Daily JangWildfires erupt in Greece, Turkey and Syria amid intense heat  Daily Jang

Greece introduces new tobacco rules to minimise risks to children - Euronews.comGreece introduces new tobacco rules to minimise risks to children  Euronews.com

DAZN and Antenna Group Launch Strategic Partnership in Greece - DAZN GroupDAZN and Antenna Group Launch Strategic Partnership in Greece  DAZN Group

Minister of National Defense Says Greece Plans to Acquire New Submarines - GreekReporter.comMinister of National Defense Says Greece Plans to Acquire New Submarines  GreekReporter.com