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14-Year-Old Afghan Boy Missing from Shelter in Thessaloniki
Worldnaftemporikibalkan-web19d ago2 sources

14-Year-Old Afghan Boy Missing from Shelter in Thessaloniki

Greek authorities have launched a search for Abdul Wahab Kadri, a 14-year-old Afghan boy who disappeared from an unaccompanied minors' shelter in the Oreokastros area of Thessaloniki. The organization 'The Child's Smile' reported his departure.

Cigarette Sparked Deadly Oreokastro Fire, Video Shows
Worldiefimeridanewsbeastprotothema-en1mo ago3 sources

Cigarette Sparked Deadly Oreokastro Fire, Video Shows

A video has emerged showing a cigarette discarded by a driver as the likely cause of a fatal fire in Oreokastro, which resulted in two deaths. The footage captures the exact moment the blaze ignited.

Deadly Wildfire Rages Near Thessaloniki, Greece, Forcing Evacuations
WorldBBCtagesschauiefimerida+3naftemporikinewsbeastprotothema-en1mo ago6 sources

Deadly Wildfire Rages Near Thessaloniki, Greece, Forcing Evacuations

A wildfire near Oreokastro, Thessaloniki, has resulted in at least two deaths and is threatening homes, prompting evacuations in areas like Liti. Firefighters are struggling to contain the blaze, which has triggered multiple emergency alerts.

Stolen Eoka Fighter Bust in Kissonerga to Be Restored
Worldcyprus-mail2mo ago

Stolen Eoka Fighter Bust in Kissonerga to Be Restored

The municipality of Akamas announced that the bust of Eoka fighter Christos Kkelis, which was stolen in Kissonerga on Tuesday, will be immediately restored, with close cooperation between municipal services and authorities.

Akel and Elam Leaders Clash in Cyprus Televised Debate
Worldcyprus-mail2mo ago

Akel and Elam Leaders Clash in Cyprus Televised Debate

A televised debate between Cypriot political leaders intensified after a dispute between Akel secretary-general Stefanos Stefanou and Elam leader Christos Christou escalated into accusations involving fascism, communism, Eoka B, and the Turkish invasion.

Mother and Son Critically Injured in Corfu Hit-and-Run
Worldiefimerida3mo ago

Mother and Son Critically Injured in Corfu Hit-and-Run

A 63-year-old woman and her 32-year-old son are in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident on the Corfu-Paleokastritsa national road, raising concerns about pedestrian safety during peak tourist season.

Cyprus Appeal Court Rejects Lawsuit Over Eoka B Links
Politicscyprus-mail3mo ago

Cyprus Appeal Court Rejects Lawsuit Over Eoka B Links

The Cyprus Court of Appeal unanimously rejected Renos Kyriakides' appeal, upholding a lower court's ruling that a newspaper publication linking him to Eoka B was protected by qualified privilege and published in good faith.

UNFICYP Condemns Attack Against Turkish Cypriots in Nicosia Buffer Zone
Worldcyprus-mailin-cyprus4mo ago2 sources

UNFICYP Condemns Attack Against Turkish Cypriots in Nicosia Buffer Zone

UNFICYP has condemned an incident where a group threw rocks and fireworks towards Turkish Cypriots in the UN buffer zone on Markou Drakou street in Nicosia, an event that occurred on the anniversary of Eoka's creation and follows allegations by Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman.

Body of 30-Year-Old Man Found After Car Fire in Oreokastro
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast21d ago3 sources

Body of 30-Year-Old Man Found After Car Fire in Oreokastro

The charred remains of a 30-year-old man were discovered in Oreokastro after a car fire on a side road of the Egnatia Motorway. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Multiple Wildfires Erupt Across Greece, Threatening Communities
Environmentiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast25d ago3 sources

Multiple Wildfires Erupt Across Greece, Threatening Communities

Greece is battling 45 agricultural and forest fires within a 24-hour period, with new blazes reported in Neochorouda, Oreokastro, and Gytheio in Laconia. Residents in affected areas have received emergency alerts as authorities warn of continued high risk.

Drone Photos Reveal Damage from Oreokastro Fire
Worldiefimerida1mo ago

Drone Photos Reveal Damage from Oreokastro Fire

Drone photographs show the extent of the damage caused by a fire in Oreokastro, Thessaloniki, which was brought under control after several hours by a large mobilization of firefighting forces.

Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe as Temperatures Soar
Environmentyle-uutisetcbctagesschau+43fazaftonbladetberlingskeDWle-figaroNHK Worldorftelex+35 more1mo ago46 sources

Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe as Temperatures Soar

Wildfires are devastating forests across Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece as Europe experiences another heatwave, with authorities warning of toxic smoke and evacuations in affected areas.

Thessaloniki Air Quality Concerns After Oreokastro Fire
Healthnewsbeast1mo ago

Thessaloniki Air Quality Concerns After Oreokastro Fire

Following a major fire in Oreokastro, Thessaloniki is experiencing significant air pollution from smoke, dioxins, and benzene, raising health concerns for residents. Legal action has been initiated against a 76-year-old in connection with the incident.

Suspect Detained in Thessaloniki Wildfire Investigation
Worldiefimeridanaftemporiki1mo ago2 sources

Suspect Detained in Thessaloniki Wildfire Investigation

A 76-year-old man has been detained as a suspect in connection with the large wildfire that broke out in Oreokastro, Thessaloniki. Authorities are investigating his involvement in the cause of the blaze.

High Fire Risk Prompts Forest Closures and Traffic Bans in Greece and Portugal
Environmentobservadoriefimeridanaftemporiki+2newsbeastavgi1mo ago5 sources

High Fire Risk Prompts Forest Closures and Traffic Bans in Greece and Portugal

Authorities in Greece and Portugal have issued high fire risk warnings, leading to the closure of forest areas and traffic bans. In Greece, circulation has been prohibited in forested regions including Halkidiki, Seich Sou, Oreokastro, Panorama, and Thermi, while Lisbon has closed 13 forest spaces due to the elevated risk.

Wildfire tragedy in Oreokastro, Greece
Healthprotothema-en1mo ago

Wildfire tragedy in Oreokastro, Greece

Authorities are investigating the circumstances of a wildfire tragedy in Oreokastro, Greece, where a second body, believed to be that of a 12-year-old son, awaits identification after the family home was destroyed. The mother, 40, remains hospitalized with severe burns.

Israel warns US of critically low missile interceptor supplies amid Iran conflict
WorldnzzSCMPtelex+17index-hrn1-serbiajutarnji-listhindustan-timesdanasiefimeridajerusalem-postklix-ba+9 more4mo ago20 sources

Israel warns US of critically low missile interceptor supplies amid Iran conflict

Israel has reportedly warned the United States that its supply of ballistic missile interceptors is reaching critically low levels as the conflict with Iran enters its third week, intensifying concerns about the ongoing war.

New Wildfires Erupt in Greece, Air Assets Deployed
Environmentiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast14d ago3 sources

New Wildfires Erupt in Greece, Air Assets Deployed

New wildfires have broken out in Greece, specifically in low vegetation areas near Oreokastro in Thessaloniki and in Vasilika, Fthiotida. Multiple aerial firefighting assets have been deployed to combat the blazes.

Turkish Defense Ministry Decries EOKA's 'Bloody Legacy'
Worldcyprus-mail23d ago

Turkish Defense Ministry Decries EOKA's 'Bloody Legacy'

Turkey's defense ministry released a video condemning the 'bloody legacy' of the Greek Cypriot paramilitary group EOKA, coinciding with anniversaries related to the 1974 coup and subsequent Turkish intervention in Cyprus.

Concerns Over Oreokastro Recycling Factory Fire and Toxic Fumes
Worldnewsbeast1mo ago

Concerns Over Oreokastro Recycling Factory Fire and Toxic Fumes

A large fire at a recycling factory in Oreokastro, Greece, continues for a third day, with firefighters working to contain it and limit toxic fumes. Despite efforts to delineate the fire, active hotspots remain due to the massive amounts of recyclable material, raising concerns.

New Cake Recipes Shared Online
Culturevgdanas2mo ago2 sources

New Cake Recipes Shared Online

Recipes for two different cakes, a light semolina cake with vanilla and an Oreo cake, have been shared online. These recipes offer simple and delicious options for baking enthusiasts.

Turkish Cypriot Leader Warns Against Being 'Trapped by History' in Response to EOKA Anniversary
Politicscyprus-mailDaily Sabah4mo ago2 sources

Turkish Cypriot Leader Warns Against Being 'Trapped by History' in Response to EOKA Anniversary

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman warned against people becoming "trapped by history" in response to statements made by President Nikos Christodoulides on the anniversary of the creation of EOKA. This follows Ünal Üstel, Prime Minister of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, condemning Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides for statements praising the EOKA terrorist group.