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Greece
Athens’ Mayor Sparks Controversy Projecting Greek Flag in Pink
The mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, decided to project an artwork of a Greek flag in pink colors on the occasion of International Women's Day on Friday.
A few months ago, the flag had been exhibited in the Consulate General...
Crime
Greece Launches Panic Button Amid Wave of Femicides
Greece is putting the panic button into law, introducing a bill to be voted on today on November 17th in the plenary session of the Parliament.
The program is provided for by an amendment submitted to the bill of the Ministry...
Crime
Two Femicides in a Single Day Shock Greece
Two femicides that occurred within a few hours of each other on Sunday at Rethymnon, Crete and on Zakynthos have shocked public opinion in Greece.
A 56-year-old woman was murdered by her husband on Sunday morning in the village of...
Crime
UN Says Violence Against Women has Worsened During Pandemic
On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a new report by the UN says that incidents have increased during the pandemic.
The report, released by UN Women, highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women’s safety...
Crime
Greece Set to Impose Tougher Penalties for Serious Crimes
Greece introduced a bill on Tuesday that foresees tougher penalties for heinous crimes, such as rape or the sexual abuse of minors.
The proposed Justice Ministry bill, which will add a series of amendments to the penal and criminal justice...