Cyprus: Guterres’ Two Scenarios and the Dual Key Held by Ankara and Brussels

The UN Secretary-General’s mission to Cyprus is not just another diplomatic visit. It is a final attempt to determine whether there is enough political ground for a new five-party conference or whether the Cyprus file will be handed to his successor without meaningful progress.

Mount Olympus Joins UNESCO’s World Heritage List — A Historic Victory for Greece

UNESCO has recognized the unique union of myth, history and biodiversity embodied by Mount Olympus, bringing a twelve-year national effort to completion and opening a new chapter of enhanced protection, international visibility and sustainable development.

UNESCO Decision Looms: Mount Olympus Poised for Historic World Heritage Recognition

Greece stands on the verge of a landmark cultural achievement as UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee prepares to decide whether Mount Olympus will be inscribed as a site of Outstanding Universal Value. Following weeks of intensive diplomatic efforts, the Greek delegation is cautiously optimistic that the legendary mountain—revered for both its natural richness and its unparalleled place in world mythology—will soon join the prestigious World Heritage List.

Cyprus Returns to the Diplomatic Spotlight: Greece and Cyprus Coordinate Ahead of Guterres Visit as EU Steps Up Role

The meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides signals the start of a decisive diplomatic phase for the Cyprus issue. With the European Union taking a more active role and UN Secretary-General António Guterres preparing to visit the island, Athens and Nicosia are seeking to forge a unified European strategy ahead of renewed negotiations.

Non-State Universities: Green Light for Seven Branch Campuses – Who Was Approved and Who Was Left Out

Four new applications and three resubmitted files have received licences to establish and operate university branches for the 2026–2027 academic year. Georgetown, Iowa State, Roger Williams, the European University Cyprus, Derby, Essex and Sorbonne Paris Nord are set to reshape Greece’s higher education landscape, while two applications were rejected and the next decisive stage will be the accreditation of individual degree programmes.

Ankara Raises a New Barrier to Cyprus Reunification: Fidan Reaffirms Two-State Solution Ahead of Guterres Visit

Just days before UN Secretary-General António Guterres travels to Cyprus in an effort to revive negotiations, Turkey has once again reaffirmed its commitment to a two-state solution, complicating prospects for a renewed peace process and signaling that Ankara has no intention of returning to the federal framework endorsed by the United Nations.

Adonis Georgiadis: A New Model for Clawback – AI, Investment and More Innovative Medicines on the Way

Speaking at the Newsbeast.gr conference on the future of pharmaceutical clawback, Greece's Minister of Health outlined the government's strategy to reshape pharmaceutical policy through artificial intelligence, investment incentives, digital transformation and broader patient access to innovative therapies.

“Achilles’ Shield”: Greece Builds the Most Powerful Air-Defence Network of the Post-Junta Era — Fully Operational in 35 Months

Greece is moving ahead with the largest integrated air- and missile-defence programme in its modern history. With an investment exceeding €3 billion, Greek industrial participation worth more than €700 million and a domestically controlled command-and-control architecture, “Achilles’ Shield” is designed to transform the country’s defence against ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, drones and complex hybrid threats.

Cyprus at a Diplomatic Crossroads: High-Stakes Talks Ahead of UN Chief Guterres’ Visit

A high-level diplomatic offensive is unfolding ahead of UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ visit to Cyprus, as President Nikos Christodoulides convenes the National Council, prepares for strategic consultations with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens, and closely coordinates with the European Union and the United Nations. Against the backdrop of renewed regional tensions, the coming days are expected to shape the next chapter of the Cyprus peace process.

Tasoulas on 52 Years Since the Restoration of Democracy: “Mature and Experienced in the Face of Modern Challenges”

Marking the 52nd anniversary of the restoration of democracy in Greece, President of the Hellenic Republic Konstantinos Tasoulas delivered a message of unity, institutional responsibility and national resolve, linking the achievements of the post-1974 democratic era with the continuing struggle for a just and viable solution to the Cyprus issue.

Greece Secures Key LNG Exemption as EU Sanctions Reveal the Limits of Energy Policy

The European Union's 21st sanctions package against Russia highlights the delicate balance between geopolitical pressure and economic reality. Following strong objections from Athens, Brussels preserved an exemption for pre-war LNG transport contracts, allowing Greek shipping companies—including George Prokopiou's Dynagas—to continue servicing existing agreements while reinforcing Europe's broader sanctions framework.

Mati Eight Years Later: Parliament Honors the Victims as Mitsotakis Government Highlights Prevention and Civil Protection Reform

With a minute of silence for the 104 victims of the 2018 wildfire tragedy, Greece’s Parliament focused on remembrance, accountability, institutional reforms, and a new strategy for managing natural disasters.