November 8th is a special day in Greece, marking the feast day of the Saints (Archangels) Michael and Gabriel. Those named Michalis and Gavriil celebrate their name day on this date.
Birthdays are a big deal and are seen as...
An unidentified missile struck a Greek-managed oil tanker in the Persian Gulf and killed one crew member.
Athens-based shipping firm Velos Tankers confirmed the fatal strike on Friday, November 6, 2026. The unladen vessel, Velos Sapphire, was traveling to the...
The United States carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Monday, November 2, US officials said, bringing fresh military action to the Strait of Hormuz a day before Americans vote in the midterm elections. Iranian state media...
Greek Air Force has officially finalized a government-to-government defense deal with Portugal to acquire three advanced KC-390 Millennium transport aircraft.
The Greek Ministry of National Defence signed the strategic procurement contract on Monday, November 2, 2026. The bilateral military agreement...
Visitors to the heart of Athens can now experience what it feels like to fly an F-16 or F-35 fighter jet, thanks to interactive flight simulators installed by the Greek Air Force inside the Syntagma Square metro station, one...
Greece officially welcomed its second French-built Belharra frigate, Nearchos, into the Hellenic Navy on Friday, October 30, during a flag-raising ceremony at Naval Group's shipyards in Lorient, marking another milestone in the country's naval modernization program and its expanding...
Greece commemorated the 86th anniversary of OXI Day on Wednesday, October 28, with military and student parades across the country, honoring the nation's refusal to surrender to Fascist Italy in 1940 and its subsequent participation in World War II....
The United States and Israel are preparing for the possibility of renewed military strikes against Iran after the November 3 US midterm elections. However, President Donald Trump has not publicly confirmed a final decision to resume a major military...
Greek resistance to the Axis powers during the Second World War was the longest of all the nations of Western Europe, with the exception of the U.K., which was never occupied outside of the Channel Islands.
According to historical records,...
Greek soldiers gained fame around the world in modern times for their incredible courage and fierce resistance against the Italian and German invasions in 1940 and 1941 and also during the brutal years under Axis occupation.
Historical figures have long...
In ancient Greek warfare, music played a significant role as it boosted the warriors' patriotism and morale while at the same time signaled formation moves and battle tactics. Battle music in ancient Greece combined practical necessity with psychological and...
The defense ministries of Cyprus and Israel have signed a landmark agreement for a new Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV).
The two nations finalized the major defense deal on Monday, October 26, 2026. While official government statements do not disclose the...
Greek army commandos and alpine volunteers have completed a high-altitude mission at the peak of Mount Taygetos in Sparta to restore the historic Prophet Elijah (Greek: Προφήτης Ηλίας) Orthodox chapel.
The high-stakes repair operation took place on Wednesday, October 21,...
