Gerapetritis Reaffirms No Change on Turkey's F-35 Ban: "Greece's National Interests Are Non-Negotiable"

Addressing the Greek Parliament, Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis dismissed speculation about Turkey's possible return to the F-35 fighter jet program, stressing that U.S. legal restrictions remain fully in force. He also described Greek-American relations as being at their strongest point ever, highlighting Greece's strategic defense upgrades and unwavering commitment to safeguarding its national interests.

Atlantic See LNG Trade Strengthens Its Position in the Vertical Gas Corridor, Reinforcing Greece's Role as a Regional Energy Hub

The DEPA Commercial–AKTOR Group joint venture secured 13,000 MWh of daily capacity in the first annual auction under the new Vertical Gas Corridor commercial framework, marking a significant step toward strengthening Southeast Europe's energy security and expanding LNG trade across the region.

Can Europe Afford NATO's New Defence Spending Ambitions? The Alliance's €Trillion Challenge

NATO's commitment to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP marks the most ambitious military investment drive since the Cold War. But as leaders gather in Ankara, Europe faces a difficult question: can it finance rearmament while preserving fiscal stability and political support?

JP Morgan Upgrades Greece to 'Overweight', Sees Strong Capital Inflows Ahead

The U.S. investment bank expects Greece to attract around $1 billion in new capital as Greek equities prepare to join the Euro STOXX index, reinforcing the country's return to the global investment spotlight.

ESM Sounds Alarm for the Eurozone: War and Market Shock Could Threaten Growth and Public Debt

The European Stability Mechanism warns that rising geopolitical tensions and the risk of a correction in U.S. financial markets could push the Eurozone into recession, reignite inflation, and place additional pressure on public finances.

Netanyahu to Trump: 'Do Not Give F-35s to Türkiye' — Warns of Shift in Middle East Power Balance

The Israeli prime minister urges Washington to block the sale of F-35 fighter jets and advanced aircraft engines to Türkiye, arguing that Israel's military edge is essential to regional stability.

GREECE TOPS EUROPE'S RENT SURGE! Housing Costs Up €342 Since 2019 as Tourism Fuels Crisis

A new report by the New Economics Foundation finds Greece has experienced the largest tourism-driven increase in rental costs across Europe, while pressure on housing markets is expected to intensify in the coming years.

Morgan Stanley Reaffirms Confidence in Greek Banks, Sees Alpha Bank and Piraeus as Top Picks

The U.S. investment bank maintains Overweight ratings on Alpha Bank, Eurobank and Piraeus Bank, highlighting upside potential of up to 24% as investors turn their attention to second-quarter earnings.

Mitsotakis Meets UN Secretary-General Candidate Rafael Grossi: Ukraine, Middle East and Nuclear Security

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis held high-level talks with Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and candidate for the next UN Secretary-General, as global security challenges—from the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East to Iran's nuclear program and the future of civilian nuclear energy—continue to reshape the international agenda.

Mitsotakis: "Greek–American Relations Transcend Governments and Electoral Cycles"

Marking the 250th anniversary of American Independence, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirmed the strategic depth of Greece–U.S. relations, emphasizing that the bilateral partnership is built on shared democratic values, institutional continuity and long-term geopolitical cooperation rather than political cycles.

Kerameos Ends Years of Uncertainty: Widow’s Pensions Protected, Two National Pensions Preserved

The Greek government moves to permanently abolish the post-three-year reduction in widow’s pensions, eliminate the risk of retroactive repayments, and preserve the payment of two national pensions where separate entitlement rights exist. Labour Minister Niki Kerameos also unveiled a broader labour reform package focused on pay transparency, equal pay and social security sustainability.

Eurostat: Greece at 3.9%, Eurozone at 2.8% – Five Numbers That Explain the Inflation Gap

Inflation eased to 3.9% in Greece in June, but the country remains well above the eurozone average of 2.8%, reigniting debate over the effectiveness of government policies in tackling the cost-of-living crisis.