Monthly Archives: April, 2021
Greek Good Friday Procession Tweaked for Coronavirus
This year, Greeks gathered for the mournful Good Friday "Epitaphio" procession under different conditions than usual due to coronavirus restrictions.
Erdogan Says He “Doesn’t Trust Greek Cypriots” After Talks Collapse
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that he expects no results from United Nations led talks on Cyprus
Turkish Newspaper Blames 1922’s Great Fire of Smyrna On Armenians
A pro-government Turkish newspaper repeated a controversial theory on Thursday that blames Armenians for the Great Fire of Smryna in 1922.
Greece One of First Adopters of Vaccine Passports
According to a senior European Union official on Friday, Greece will be one of the first EU countries to issue vaccination passports.
Young Greeks Rush to Get Coronavirus Vaccinations
Currently, Greeks aged 30-44 are eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine, and starting Saturday, so will those in the age group of 45-49.
Greece Extends Travel Quarantine Requirements Until Reopening
On Friday, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced guidelines for international travel to Greece including quarantine requirements.
Greece To Send Coronavirus Aid To India
Greece announced on Friday that it will be sending help to India, who is struggling to fight this phase of the coronavirus pandemic.
“Treasures of Akrotiri” Exhibit Travels to Russia for First Time
Artifacts from Santorini will leave Greece to be exhibited in Russia in summer 2021 as part of the Treasures of Akrotiri exhibit.
Greek Ship Crew Returns Home after 15 Month China Sea Ordeal
Seven Greek crew members of the Greek-owned ship Angelic Power landed in Athens after 15 months of detainment onboard.
Hellenic Naval Band Performs Good Friday Epitaph Mourning Hymn
The Hellenic Naval Band has released a video of their powerful performance of Good Friday's best known Epitaph mourning hymn.