Six months of war are squeezing Iran’s economy as Washington targets Tehran’s remaining financial lifelines — but Iran is betting that control over the Strait of Hormuz can make the economic cost painful for the West as well
America’s debt mountain is pushing borrowing costs higher across global markets just as Europe needs trillions for defence, energy security and technology — while the AI boom intensifies the worldwide scramble for capital
Washington has issued one of its broadest regional travel advisories since the conflict with Iran escalated, urging Americans across the Middle East to prepare for possible departures. The warning comes amid growing fears of renewed military escalation, airspace disruptions and mounting risks to global energy and shipping routes.
The Trump administration's decision to remove Syria from the U.S. list of State Sponsors of Terrorism is far more than a symbolic diplomatic gesture. It signals a strategic recalibration that could reshape the balance of power in the Levant, weaken Iran's regional influence and accelerate Syria's reintegration into the Western-backed regional order.
Against the backdrop of geopolitical instability in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine and Europe’s ongoing search for energy independence, Greece is emerging as a key gateway for American LNG into Southeastern and Central Europe. The Atlantic See–Venture Global agreement, the Vertical Corridor project and the strengthening of US-Greek energy cooperation are creating a new strategic reality for the continent.
Deadly clashes in southern Lebanon expose the limits of the Washington-Tehran agreement and raise fears of a new phase in the Middle East conflict.
According to Axios, White House envoy Steve Witkoff is heading to Switzerland for potential nuclear talks with Iran, while Jared Kushner is already on the ground. President Donald Trump has renewed his 60-day ultimatum to Tehran, warning of consequences if a deal is not reached.
The ambitious “Project Trident” aims to transform Greece into a regional naval, industrial and defense powerhouse for the Eastern Mediterranean.
Rising rhetoric over maritime claims, Greek–Turkish disputes in the Aegean, and renewed friction with Washington over F-35s and S-400s
From the Acropolis to Washington: Athens deepens its strategic alignment with the United States amid global geopolitical shifts
Brussels moves to shield airlines and passengers from fuel shortages and soaring ticket costs amid escalating Middle East tensions
A. Papadopoulou (Deputy FM): Recalibrating Greece’s policy toward the United States is now necessary
Washington backs Nicosia as a humanitarian and security hub — “Part of the solution, not the problem”
According to Axios, Washington and Tehran are exploring a high-stakes agreement involving frozen Iranian assets and nuclear material, in a bid to end escalating tensions.
As direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon begin in Washington, the United States steps deeper into mediation efforts, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly facing the challenge of persuading Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a ceasefire framework amid ongoing fighting with Hezbollah.
The US military directive over Cyprus airspace signals a geopolitical slap at Ankara and indicates deeper shifts in Eastern Mediterranean power dynamics.
Israel’s Ambassador to Greece, Noam Katz, explains on pagenews.gr to the journalist Sofia Chytou the strategic cooperation with the U.S. under Donald Trump, the close personal relationship with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Israel’s approach to Iran and Hezbollah, the resilience of the Israeli economy, and the importance of the partnership with Greece in defense, energy, and technology. This interview demonstrates why Israel remains a pillar of stability in the Middle East.
Trade, strategic corridors and regional stability dominate a pivotal 50-minute meeting in Washington
Strategic dialogues at Maximos Mansion: From energy and defense to investments and regional stability with American lawmakers
Ankara appears conditionally open to U.S. mediation in Greek-Turkish relations, while Ambassador Tom Barrett’s dual messaging on F-35s and S-400s highlights the complex strategic balances in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Washington sees Greece as Europe’s new energy “bridge” – Landmark agreement reshapes the Vertical Corridor strategy
