Greece

Greece has transformed from one of Europe's most hostile nations toward Israel into a key strategic ally, driven by shifting geopolitical alliances and a dramatic decrease in public antisemitism.

The scandal surrounding former US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle deepens as new allegations emerge regarding her past conduct at Fox News, alongside an ongoing defamation lawsuit from a Republican donor.

Greece evaluates the strategic advantage of F-35 fighter jets and finalizes a massive $4 billion US arms deal to modernize its armed forces amid regional tensions.

Greece is raising property acquisition taxes for non-EU investors from 3% to 15%, significantly impacting Israeli buyers seeking real estate in Athens and beyond. The new rules take effect in July 2027.

The body of 46-year-old Israeli Ami Yogev from Modiin was found on Mount Olympus in Greece after weeks of searching following a fatal fall.

Jurgen Klopp suffered his first defeat as Germany manager after a shocking 1:0 loss to Greece in the UEFA Nations League. Bastian Schweinsteiger criticized the team's level.

The tragic death of Greek singer Giorgos Mazonakis following a plasmapheresis procedure at an Athens clinic has sparked a criminal investigation, revealing regulatory violations and shocking staff testimonies.

Mano Maritime announced a special deal for a 7-night Greek islands cruise departing from Haifa on October 29, 2026, just after the elections.

Ami Yogev, a 46-year-old Israeli hiker, remains missing on Mount Olympus in Greece as international rescue teams and local authorities intensify search efforts.

An 82-year-old man died following a physical fight with a 76-year-old over a sunlounger at a beach on the Athenian Riviera in Greece, sparking a police investigation.

Turkey conducted extensive aerial exercises south of Cyprus amid rising tensions with Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, following major multi-billion-euro air defense deals in the Eastern Mediterranean.

An analysis of Israeli real estate investments in Greece, Cyprus, and Portugal reveals surging prices driven by foreign buyers, housing deficits, and shifting market trends.

An Israeli tourist in Lesbos took legal action after discovering a sign banning Zionists at a local bar, highlighting rising hostility and discrimination against Israelis in Greece.

Blue Bird Airways and HaDaka HaTish'im launch discounted vacation packages to Greece and Cyprus for the long weekend before Yom Kippur, offering prices 25% lower than peak Sukkot rates.

The Fattal Hotel Group has launched its second hotel in Athens, the Leonardo Hotel Athens City Center, bringing its active properties in Greece to five as part of a broader European expansion.

A 54-year-old Greek woman gave birth to a baby girl using an embryo frozen for 22 years, months after losing her 21-year-old son in a tragic car accident.

Famous Greek singer Giorgos Mazonakis has died at the age of 54 following a sudden cardiac arrest. The iconic laiko and pop artist leaves behind a legacy spanning over three decades.

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis confirmed that Athens will expand its strategic and security partnership with Israel despite Turkish opposition, emphasizing firm sovereign red lines in the Aegean.

The SK Group, owned by the Israeli businessman, is increasing its investment in the Greek company ELVO to over 60 million euros. The company plans to transform its Thessaloniki plant into a hub for defense system development, following the 3 billion euro "Achilles Shield" deal between Israel and Greece.

A senior political source admits that in the shadow of the growing tension with Turkey, the exchange of messages via Azerbaijan has recently decreased. At the same time, President Erdogan sends a threatening message to Greece, two days after it signed a huge arms deal with Israel, and claimed that it is arming islands near the Turkish coast: "Whoever interprets our restrained approach as weakness...

The President of Turkey sent a threatening message following the agreement to purchase an Israeli air defense system for Greece: "What is required of us? To do what is necessary."

The "Achilles Shield" deal, revealed earlier this week, is making waves in Greek politics, and Health Minister Georgiadis defended it in parliament, arguing that the alliance with Israel protects against the "Turkish threat". Dr. Neta Bar explains that from the center-right to the far-right there is broad support for the agreement, while the Greek left is united mainly by hostility toward Israel...

Israel and Greece have signed the largest defense export agreement in the history of relations between the countries, worth more than 10 billion shekels, for the establishment of a multi-layered air defense system. The Turkish media did not hide their anxiety: "The alliance of evil does not stop."

Israel and Greece have signed the 3 billion euro "Achilles Shield" deal. Rafael and IAI will establish a multi-layered air defense system for Greece to counter a wide range of threats.

The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have made protection against missiles and UAVs a global necessity. Greece, Finland, and Germany are turning to Israel thanks to its operational experience and proven capabilities in the field. Now we must decide how much of our advantage can be sold — and when to stop.

World press headlines: Many accusations against Israel have flowed from Turkey since October 7, 2023, but the new news is that Israel is plotting to use Kurdish forces in northern Syria to thwart the peace process led by President Ahmad al-Shara; in the Aegean Sea, Greece is establishing a drone base, and Israel may be involved. Globes presents a daily short review of interesting news from the...

Globes has learned that the mega-deal to sell Israeli air defense systems to Greece for approximately $3.6 billion is expected to be signed on Monday. The approval of this defense contract will mark one of the largest achievements in the history of the Ministry of Defense.

Israel and Greece are set to sign a 3.1 billion euro agreement next week to establish the 'Achilles Shield' air defense system. The project will integrate advanced Israeli technologies, including Spyder, Barak MX, and David's Sling, utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize threat response.

After a long period of delays, the interconnector project to connect Israel's electricity grid to Cyprus and Greece — and from there to Europe — has received the support of the USA and France. It is still unclear how Turkey, which opposes the move, will react, and it seems that Greece, which has avoided confrontation until now, will no longer remain silent.

Eyal Golan has returned from a family vacation with his children and his personal nanny, sparking a wave of online speculation. The singer shared his true feelings about the trip and what it meant to him.

A group of families who booked a luxury villa discovered the property does not exist and were left on the street with their children. Despite attempts to make contact, the response from the tourism giant's customer service was shocking.

The ties between Israeli defense industries and the Ministry of Defense in Athens are tightening. Greece is expected to complete in October the certification of Rafael's Spike NLOS missiles for launch from Apache helicopters. The helicopters' electronic systems are being upgraded by Elbit.

Dana Zarmon was forced to cut her family vacation in Greece short and return to Israel due to work commitments. In a heartfelt post, she admitted that leaving her husband and children behind was much harder than she had anticipated.

Against the backdrop of growing tension between Israel and Turkey, Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis warned Ankara that any attempt to infringe upon Greek sovereign rights will be met with all available means, adding that Athens is fully prepared for any scenario.

A Patriot missile battery was moved from the island of Karpathos to Crete to strengthen air defense around the Souda base. According to "Kathimerini", the move comes days after Iranian threats to attack bases used by the USA in Europe.

The Kishrei Teufa group has partnered with the Palmo group to develop the HORIZA LOUTRAKI apartment complex in Greece. Located an hour from Athens, the project will feature 75 residential units designed for both vacation use and short-term rentals.

After London, Madrid and Mykonos: The 55-year-old singer continues to make the most of the summer abroad, again with the close babysitter Maya, this time on a family vacation with his young children. Something cooking for the holidays?

Media outlets in Turkey and circles identified with Qatar present the ties with Israel as a burden on Greece. A Maariv investigation reveals: the protest on the street is real, but in Athens, they are actually deepening security cooperation.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met with his Greek counterpart Dimitrios Houpis, who concluded an official visit to Israel. The IDF emphasized that the meeting reflects the strategic importance of military cooperation between the two nations.

Alexander Kromy and Marie Ebert, newlyweds from London, were killed on their honeymoon when the private helicopter transporting them to the island of Sifnos crashed meters from the landing pad. The pilot also died; reports indicate he had announced his intention to land before a 'mysterious radio silence' occurred.

Greece has failed in its attempt to lure leading scientists back to their homeland following the trauma of the economic crisis. This comes after about half a million people left the country during the economic crisis that broke out in Greece in 2008.

Athens is expected to approve this week the purchase of three Israeli systems as part of the "Achilles Shield" program. Despite the reduction in the original amount, this is the second-largest deal for Israeli defense exports, and now eyes are on customers in the Asia-Pacific region in the shadow of the threat from China. Meanwhile, optimism is not reaching the stocks.

Yehuda Levi and Dana Frider decided that their firstborn deserved a passport of her own, and set off on their first photogenic vacation. The actress shared a collection of heartwarming family photos, and we couldn't ignore the fact that Levi had to work. The host received a task.

New data from the Anti-Defamation League determines that Cyprus and Greece exhibit the highest rates of antisemitism among European Union countries. A significant gap is revealed between the close diplomatic and security alliance with Israel and the public mood on the street.

An ADL report indicates that Cyprus and Greece lead the antisemitism index in the EU. Staggeringly, despite more than half of the citizens there believing that "Jews control the economy," about 90% support continued ties with Israel and the arrival of Israeli tourists.

Media outlets on the island of Crete reported that three Israelis staying at a villa in the west of the island did not heed warnings and lit a fire despite the volatile weather and the forested area where they were staying. About one hundred firefighters struggled for several hours to extinguish the blaze.

From the massacre of Italian soldiers in Kefalonia to the rescue of the Jews of Zakynthos and the destruction of the Corfu community: a journey through the Greek islands reveals a forgotten chapter of the Holocaust – and raises questions about alliances, responsibility, and choice in moments of testing.

A teenage Irish tourist was electrocuted to death in a vacation apartment on the Greek island of Kimolos. He suffered a fatal shock upon touching the shower handle. Authorities are now investigating whether the property's electrical system met safety standards.

Einat Erlich dons a yellow bikini on the Greek islands, proving that age is just a number. "Zero filters, zero effort," she clarified, while enjoying the sun and sharing joyful moments with her best friends.

Popular television presenter Liron Weizman, known for hosting "Big Brother," decided to take an extended break and traveled to Greece with her family. After a week abroad, she shared her initial reflections on the experience.