Invasion of Ukraine
Economy
How the War in Ukraine Affects the Greek Economy
The impact of the war in Ukraine on the Greek economy, particularly on energy, tourism and raw materials has alarmed households and the government alike
Europe
Russia Passes ‘Fake News’ Law Giving Offenders up to 15 Years in Prison
Russian president Vladimir Putin has signed a fake news law punishing those who spread it with up to 15 years in prison
Greek News
Greek Convoy from Mariupol Arrives Safely at Moldovan Border
A Greek convoy of approximately 30 vehicles evacuating dozens of Greek expatriates, diplomats and journalists from Mariupol, the Greek-founded city in southeastern Ukraine,reached safety on Friday, according to the Foreign Ministry of Greece.
Mariupol is under under siege by Russian...
Europe
Greece Invites Ukrainian Refugees to Work in Tourism Sector
After witnessing the brutality of the Russian invasion, Greece decided to show its solidarity with Ukrainian refugees who are streaming out of their country by opening up 50,000 jobs in the tourism sector to Greek expatriates and refugees.
Greek Minister...
Europe
Volodymyr Zelensky: The Comedian Turned President of Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, is the unlikely hero who is the man of the moment as all eyes in the world turn to his country in its battle against the Russian invasion.
A comedian who was once unafraid...
Europe
War in Ukraine and NATO Expansion into Eastern Europe
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As fighting rages across Ukraine, two versions of reality that underlie the conflict stare across a deep divide, neither conceding any truth to the other.
By Ronald Suny, Professor of History and Political Science, University of Michigan
The more widespread and...