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Greece, officially the Hellenic Republic, is a country in Southeast Europe. Located on the southern tip of the Balkan peninsula, it shares land borders with Albania to the northwest, North Macedonia and Bulgaria to the north, and Turkey to the east. The Aegean Sea lies to the east of the mainland, the Ionian Sea to the west, and the Sea of Crete and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. Greece has the longest coastline on the Mediterranean Basin, spanning thousands of islands and nine traditional geographic regions. It has population of over 10 million. Athens is the nation's capital and its largest city, followed by Thessaloniki and Patras.

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Turkey, Greece Earthquake Update: 1 Dead, 69 Injured as 5.8-Magnitude Quake Strikes near Marmaris A powerful 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck near the coastal town of Marmaris, sending shockwaves across southwestern Turkey and parts of Greece. The quake claimed one life and left at least 69 people.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:09Published 1 week ago

Massive 5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Greece and Turkey — Buildings Sway, People Flee in Panic A powerful 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the region spanning Greece and Turkey, sending shockwaves through cities and towns. Buildings swayed violently, shelves toppled, and terrified residents.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 1 week ago

EU Commission faces rising pressure to tax vapes and nicotine pouches EU Commission faces rising pressure to tax vapes and nicotine pouches Countries like Italy, Greece and Romania, which have lower taxes than other member states, are against the proposal. READ.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:32Published 1 week ago

Greece Earthquake Breaking: Powerful 6.0 magnitude quake strikes \| Tsunami alert issued A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Crete early Thursday, shaking areas across Greece, Israel, Egypt, and Cyprus. The quake, at a depth of 69 km, was centered north of Crete, near Ágios.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published 3 weeks ago

Greece Earthquake BREAKING: 6.3 Magnitude Quake Shakes Greece, Turkey, Egypt; Tsunami Warning Issued A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Crete, Greece, shaking regions across southern Europe and North Africa, including parts of Turkey and Egypt. The quake, recorded at a depth.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:51Published on May 14, 2025

Russia-Ukraine War Breaking: Trump Moves U.S' Patriot Missile System From Israel to Ukraine Ukraine is set to receive more U.S.-made Patriot air-defense systems as deadly Russian strikes intensify. A refurbished system from Israel is being rerouted, with Germany or Greece possibly sending.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published on May 5, 2025

Frontex chief Hans Leijtens vows to change organisation’s culture within three years Executive Director of Frontex says he wishes Greece would comply with its international obligations when it comes to ensuring the safety of vulnerable refugees and migrants making their way to Europe.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 12:00Published on May 2, 2025

Nia Vardalos on bringing her acclaimed play to Athens — and performing for the first time in Greek Nia Vardalos on bringing her acclaimed play to Athens — and performing for the first time in Greek Nia Vardalos, star and writer of My Big Fat Greek Wedding, is bringing her acclaimed play Tiny.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 05:46Published on April 30, 2025

The Garden of Pythia: Oracles and AI installation turn Greek landscape into living artwork The Garden of Pythia: Oracles and AI installation turn Greek landscape into living artwork Greece's Delphi oracle is the inspiration behind an immersive art installation by data artist Charles.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:26Published on April 17, 2025

Greece strengthens military with 16 anti-ship missiles from France Greece strengthens military with 16 anti-ship missiles from France Greece plans to spend €25 billion over the next decade on advanced, AI-powered defence systems and technologies. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on April 15, 2025

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Bomb explodes outside railway company offices amid anger over Greece's worst train disaster Police in Greece are investigating after a bomb exploded outside the offices of the country's main railway company. Sky News - Published on April 12, 2025
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Greece declares state of emergency on Santorini after earthquakes Greece's authorities have declared a state of emergency on Santorini after a series of earthquakes shook the popular tourist destination. Sky News - Published on February 6, 2025
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Scots to face Belarus, Greece & Portugal or Denmark in World Cup qualifying Scotland will face Belarus, Greece and Portugal or Denmark in World Cup qualifying in the autumn of 2025. BBC Sport - Published on December 13, 2024	India-Greece ties reinforced at international seminar in Thessaloniki The 2nd International Conference on "History, Science, Entrepreneurship, and Society" in Athens strengthened Indo-Hellenic relations. Academics, diplomats, and policymakers explored shared cultural.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 12, 2024
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