A global jet fuel crisis is causing widespread flight cancellations and significant financial strain for airlines, with some carriers facing billions in additional costs. The situation is prompting adjustments in flight schedules, changes in fuel import origins, and discussions around alternative fuels.
Surging fuel prices, particularly jet fuel, are significantly impacting the airline industry, leading to flight cancellations, capacity cuts, and potential fare increases. This trend, often linked to geopolitical tensions, is also contributing to broader inflation and prompting EU discussions on energy crisis measures.
AEGEAN President Eftychios Vassilakis stated that there are no concerns about the supply or shortage of aviation fuel, but anticipates a challenging year in 2026, primarily due to cost and price issues.
Aegean Airlines and Air China are set to launch a new code-share partnership next month. This collaboration will allow both airlines to offer more flight options to their passengers.
Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry has rejected Greece’s unlawful attempts to impose fishing bans beyond its jurisdiction in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, emphasizing that such measures are unacceptable.
Airlines worldwide are facing significant disruptions and increased costs due to an international jet fuel crisis, leading to flight cancellations and additional charges. The crisis, partly triggered by the Iran war and rising oil prices, has prompted concerns about fuel supply shortages and broader inflationary pressures.
Greece is expecting mild weather conditions today, featuring fluctuating temperatures, changing winds, and localized phenomena across the mainland. Stronger winds are anticipated in the Aegean Sea, but no widespread severe weather is expected.
Aegean Shipping Management is developing digital technology utilizing artificial intelligence tools through a strategic partnership with Danaos Management Consultants.
Five Turkish aircraft, including four F-16s (two armed), carried out multiple violations of Greek airspace and Athens FIR air traffic rules in the Aegean Sea.
The photographic work of American Robert McCabe offers a valuable visual testimony of post-war Greece and authentic life on the Greek islands, with visitors traveling through his lens to the Aegean islands of the 1960s.
The Holy Fire is being transported from Athens to various regions across Greece by scheduled and special flights from Aegean and Olympic Air, with detailed flight times now available for its arrival on Holy Saturday afternoon.
The Tsantilis Art Gallery is hosting an exhibition by Stella Sevastopoulos, featuring works that capture 'the enchanting blue of the Aegean,' running from April 17 to April 29.
Armed Turkish F-16 fighter jets conducted a series of provocative violations in the southeastern Aegean, triggering an alert in Greek air defense after months of calm.
A young Greek scientist associated with Aegean Oil is being recognized for achieving significant business distinctions abroad, highlighting Greek talent in the international arena.
For the first time in over two centuries, a fragment of the Parthenon's sculptural decoration has been recovered from the wreck of Lord Elgin's ship, the 'Mentor,' in the Aegean Sea.
Unstable weather is forecast for Greece, particularly the Cyclades, Eastern Aegean islands, and Dodecanese, with increased cloudiness and local rains, including sporadic thunderstorms.
The North Aegean Region has been fined 447,685 euros in connection with the Epicurean project, with critics arguing the penalty impacts the island's resources rather than holding responsible regional officials accountable.
The 2nd Health Region of Piraeus and the Aegean in Greece is launching an initiative to attract doctors with a comprehensive package of incentives, aiming to strengthen health services on the islands.
The Greek Ministry of Culture announced a series of underwater discoveries, including new shipwrecks and an ancient port, in the seas around Karpathos in the southeastern Aegean.
Israeli airstrikes on two police checkpoints in the Gaza Strip, controlled by Hamas, resulted in the deaths of at least six Palestinians, including one child, according to local health officials.
A Norwegian national, Tommy Olsen, was arrested in Tromso for espionage and illegal immigrant smuggling in the Aegean, while Javed Aslam, president of the Pakistani Community of Greece, had his international asylum revoked due to controversial activities.
The Sierra Leone-flagged oil tanker Altura, carrying Russian oil and subject to sanctions, was attacked by a drone in the Black Sea near Turkey, marking one of several recent incidents involving sanctioned vessels in the region.
The Ministry of Culture is proceeding with the demarcation and establishment of two new accessible underwater archaeological sites in the locations of 'Akra Figou (Aspros Kavos)' in Fournoi and 'Vathylakas' in Thymaina, within the Fournoi island complex in the North Aegean.
Greece is forecast to experience rainy weather today, March 24, with sporadic thunderstorms in the south, particularly Crete, snow in mainland mountains, and strong northerly winds in the Aegean.
Local rains, mainly in mountainous areas, will be the main weather feature for Monday, March 23, with temperatures remaining low for the season and winds reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean.
European governments, including the Netherlands, are grappling with the challenge of supporting energy-intensive companies to maintain global competitiveness while simultaneously striving to meet greenhouse gas emission targets.
A special Aegean Airlines repatriation flight, dubbed 'Operation Ark,' successfully evacuated 101 Greek nationals and 45 pets from Dubai to Athens, amid deteriorating security conditions in the Persian Gulf, ensuring safe travel for all passengers and animals.
Unstable weather is expected across Greece on Thursday, March 19, with rain in many areas, low temperatures for the season, and winds up to 8 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea.
A special Aegean flight is expected to repatriate Greeks from Abu Dhabi at 18:30, with most pets traveling in the cabin. The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized the flight for both pet owners and their animals.
Multiple reports provide daily weather forecasts: Latvia expects a sunny Wednesday with clouds and fog in Kurzeme, Bulgaria anticipates cloudy skies and cooling temperatures, and Greece forecasts clouds, rain, normal temperatures, and strong winds in the Aegean for March 18.
The Greek authorities had issued an arrest warrant for the Norwegian head of the NGO Aegean Boat Report
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The Department of Shipping and Business Services at the University of the Aegean in Chios is hosting an open discussion on contemporary challenges and prospects in ship management as part of its Maritime Seminar Series.
Greece has rejected Turkey's accusations of violating international treaties in the Aegean Sea, dismissing Ankara's protests over the deployment of Patriot missiles to Karpathos island as 'unfounded and unilateral'.
Friday, March 13, 2026, will see sunny weather in Latvia but with increasing winds. In Greece, scattered rain is expected in continental areas during warmer hours, with northern winds up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean.
The Defense Ministry on Thursday accused Greece of violating international treaties governing the status of several Aegean islands, warning that Athens’ recent initiatives undermin...
Aegean Airlines announced its financial and operational results for 2025, confirming continued growth with after-tax profits of 147.8 million euros and 17.3 million passengers, alongside a 5% increase in consolidated turnover to €1.86 billion compared to 2024.
The weather for Thursday, March 12, will feature rain in continental mountainous areas during warm hours and northern winds up to 5 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea.
Today's Greek news highlights government measures, a political 'hodgepodge' involving PASOK's Pelegrino, the deflation of 'Maria's balloon,' and a crucial call from Aegean, alongside a red alert for Coastal Shipping and a shift in the energy mix.
Passengers holding tickets for the canceled flights will receive a message from the company or from the respective travel agencies through which they purchased their tickets, in order to be informed…
Celestyal has announced the cancellation of two cruises, the 3 and 4-night 'Aegean Icons' voyages scheduled for March 20 and 23, due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
Research by Greek scientists indicates a slow but profound change occurring in the waters connecting the Black Sea to the Aegean Sea. This transformation, not visible to the naked eye, is clearly reflected in scientific data from recent decades.
Today, Saturday, March 7, generally clear weather is expected in the Cyclades, Crete, the islands of the eastern Aegean, and the Dodecanese, with some local clouds in the morning in Crete.
Aegean Airlines is proceeding with additional flight cancellations to and from airports in Israel, Lebanon, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, citing ongoing developments in the Middle East.
The Greek Cadastre (Ελληνικό Κτηματολόγιο) has announced tenders for leasing properties to house its branches in various locations including Nafplio, Leros, Nea Ionia, Karpathos, Acharnes, and the cadastral offices of Western Macedonia (Kozani) and North Aegean (Mytilene).
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis spoke with UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan about developments in the broader Middle East and the repatriation of Greek citizens.
The weekend (March 7–8) will bring two key changes in the weather: stronger winds reaching 7 Beaufort in the Aegean and a drop in temperatures, mainly in eastern and northern Greece
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Around half the passengers on an Aegean Airlines flight diverted from Cyprus refused to reboard when the aircraft was cleared to return, citing fears of being caught up in the regional conflict.
Cypriot airspace was closed on Wednesday morning, according to reports. Reuters reported that following the detection of a suspicious object close to Lebanese airspace, the government decided to close Cypriot airspace. It was also reported that a passenger flight from Athens which was bound for Larnaca was turned back to Athens. More to follow…
The military conflict in the Middle East could prove to be a setback for Eftyhis Vassilakis of Aegean Airlines, as the head of the airline sees the visibility of...
Greece will today transfer a Patriot system battery to the island of Karpathos, in the southeastern Aegean Sea, as part of the country's efforts to strengthen its defense against possible air attacks, a day after an Iranian drone…
Aegean Airlines has announced additional flight cancellations to and from Israel, Iraq, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia due to rapid developments in the Middle East.
Στην ακύρωση επιπλέον πτήσεων έως και τις πρώτες πρωινές ώρες της 4ης Μαρτίου 2026, προχωρά η Aegean, σε συνέχεια της χθεσινής ανακοίνωσής της, λόγω των συνεχιζόμενων εξελίξεων στην ευρύτερη…
Today's weather forecast for Greece includes clouds, cold temperatures, and light local rain, mainly in the southwest, with limited visibility in the Ionian Sea and winds up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean.
Greece is experiencing split weather conditions, with spring-like temperatures in the west and south, while eastern regions and the Aegean Sea face more wintry weather, with mild to moderate temperatures expected until Monday.
The Turkish opposition newspaper Cumhuriyet, through a former diplomat, is accused of launching a calculated 'technocratic' attack on Greek positions in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, framing it as legal analysis but serving Kemalist propaganda for 'Blue Homeland' ambitions.
The Hellenic Coast Guard rescued 71 migrants in two separate incidents near Farmakonisi and Lesbos, intercepting a speedboat moving at high speed towards the southeastern Aegean.
Generally clear weather is expected today, Tuesday, February 24, with high temperatures for the season and winds up to 5 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Local clouds are anticipated, which will temporarily increase in some areas.
A Prosperty survey reveals the rapid expansion of the short-term rental market across the Aegean islands, highlighting significant variations in occupancy rates and prices.
The Athens Stock Exchange experienced a significant downturn, with sellers dominating trading and leading to a 1-1.3% drop in the market. Several key stocks, including Aegean and DAA, saw notable losses.
AEGEAN and Air China have entered into a new codeshare agreement aimed at improving connectivity between Greece and China, offering passengers increased flexibility and a seamless travel experience.
Turkey's Foreign Ministry has accused Greece of imposing illegal fishing restrictions and drawing “imaginary borders” in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. This marks a new diplomatic attack regarding maritime zones.
Turkey's Foreign Minister issued a new challenge, asserting that maps defining maritime boundaries in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, established by Greece, hold no validity.
A new employment initiative offering subsidies of up to 14,220 euros to businesses has launched, accepting applications from companies in Western Macedonia, Megalopolis, and small islands of the North and South Aegean regions.
Greece's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Aglaia Balta, signed a letter to the UN affirming Greece's sovereign rights to 12 nautical miles in the Aegean Sea, in response to a previous letter from Turkey.
A book focusing on the historical migrations from Aegean Macedonia to Turkey, particularly following the 1923 Lausanne Treaty, was promoted at an event in Istanbul.
Livestock farmers in Greece held a mass rally, expressing desperation and demanding immediate solutions for the primary sector. A meeting was held at the General Secretariat of the Aegean and Island Policy to address their concerns.
The traditional Easter celebration in Naousa, Paros, Greece, was a great success again this year, featuring a live performance by Nikos Kourkoulis and confirming its reputation as one of the most vibrant festive events in the Aegean.
Aegean and Olympic Air once again transported the Holy Fire to various regions across Greece with scheduled and special flights, arriving in the afternoon.
Bodrum, a popular Turkish resort town on the Aegean Sea, is a favorite destination for Lithuanian tourists, known for its turquoise waters, white houses, and proximity to Greek islands.
Aegean Oil has been named the winner of the annual tender by Greece's Public Power Corporation (PPC) for the supply of fuels, submitting the most competitive offer.
This article recounts the discovery of the Venus de Milo, one of the most famous ancient Greek sculptures, on April 8, 1820, on the island of Milos in the Aegean Sea. The iconic artwork was unearthed by a man digging in a field.
AEGEAN Airlines is experiencing strong demand for Easter travel, with average flight occupancy exceeding 75% for both domestic and international routes.
The University of the Aegean has developed a plan for a European island strategy, addressing key challenges such as increased cost of living, limited access to infrastructure, and demographic pressures. The initiative aims to tackle issues faced by island communities.
Intense weather phenomena, including strong winds exceeding 10 Beaufort, have affected several Aegean islands in Greece, with a notable incident in Tinos where the sea turned brown within minutes.
Chios and the University of the Aegean are recognized as an undisputed cradle of knowledge and a breeding ground for ideas and exchange of views on issues related to shipping, transport, international trade, and entrepreneurship.
A Turkish CN-235 aircraft and two drones reportedly violated Greek airspace and air traffic rules in the northeastern, central, and southeastern Aegean Sea.
The diligent 17th-century Jesuit Hermodoros Retzios from Chios (1579-1655) recorded 90 Greek proverbs and sayings he heard from common people during his missionary work in the Aegean islands.
Μιας και στο μυαλό του Ντόναλντ Τραμπ είναι αδύνατο να μαντέψει κανείς τι συμβαίνει (επιθυμία για συμφωνία ή ετοιμασία για χερσαία επέμβαση), οι αγορές κοιτούν για περισσότερες ενδείξεις στα…
Greece is bracing for unsettled weather conditions, including low temperatures, snow in the mountains, and strong northerly winds in the Aegean, with further deterioration expected until early April.
Hundreds of livestock farmers and other agricultural workers, joined by community representatives, have blocked the General Secretariat of the Aegean and Island Policy in Mytilene, Lesbos, to demand immediate solutions to their issues.
By decision of North Aegean Regional Governor Kostas Moutzouris, all regional services in Lesbos, except for the Veterinary Service and vehicles, will remain closed tomorrow, March 23, in solidarity with the livestock community.
The Vice President of Turkey's ruling AK Party, Hüseyin Yayman, made provocative comments regarding Greece's defensive moves in the Aegean Sea, stating that the weapons on the islands are insufficient against Turkey, linking it to the Middle East war.
Greece is expecting a drop in temperature today, Thursday, with local rains and storms forecast for Macedonia, Thrace, the islands of the eastern Aegean, and the Dodecanese.
A special Aegean flight, scheduled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is repatriating 101 Greek citizens and 45 pets from Abu Dhabi, according to Naftemporiki.
The Turkish Kemalist opposition is reportedly concerned by Greece's actions in the Aegean Sea, believing Athens is exploiting the Iran conflict and regional instability to establish new faits accomplis on the islands.
A Frontex boat capsized in the Aegean Sea, injuring four of its five occupants, including the Estonian Ambassador to Greece. This incident occurred as approximately 150 migrants have died in Greek and Turkish waters in 2025.
Η AEGEAN ανακοίνωσε ότι προχωρά σε επιπλέον ακυρώσεις πτήσεων από και προς τα αεροδρόμια του Τελ Αβίβ, του Ερμπίλ, της Βαγδάτης, της Βηρυτού, του Ντουμπάι, του Ριάντ και του Αμάν,…
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Σε επιπλέον ακυρώσεις πτήσεων από και προς τα αεροδρόμια του Τελ Αβίβ, του Ερμπίλ, της Βαγδάτης, της Βηρυτού, του Ντουμπάι, του Ριάντ και του Αμάν προχωρά η Aegean, λόγω των συνεχιζόμενων εξελίξεων…
Aegean recorded an increase in passengers, revenue and profitability in 2025, according to the financial and operating results announced by the company.
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Fifty students from the University of the Aegean's Shipping and Business Services and Tourism Management departments were hosted by Attica Group, aiming to connect the academic community with the passenger shipping industry.
After the completion of the cultural events of the Festival in the Park on September 25th with a rich program of music, theater and dance, the Paros Environmental and Cultural Park opens...
The Athens Stock Exchange closed with a slight gain of 0.21% in its latest session, defying an initial decline and moving against the downward trend observed in other European markets. Shares of Aegean Airlines notably outperformed among high-capitalization stocks.
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Two Turkish fighter jets reportedly violated Greek national airspace six times in the Aegean Sea on Tuesday. The incidents were recorded as part of ongoing tensions in the region.
Aegean Airlines' stock has fallen to its lowest level since June 2025, trading at 11.5 euros, as investors focus on financial figures amidst geopolitical uncertainty.
Aegean Airlines has canceled flights to several Middle Eastern destinations until the end of March, citing the escalating conflict in the region and its impact on the aviation sector.
The airline announced new route cancellations to Middle Eastern destinations due to the situation in the region
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Σε επιπλέον ακυρώσεις πτήσεων από και προς τα αεροδρόμια των Ισραήλ, Ιράκ, Λιβάνου, Ηνωμένων Αραβικών Εμιράτων και Σαουδικής Αραβίας, λόγω των συνεχιζόμενων εξελίξεων στη Μέση Ανατολή, προχωρά η…
Πραγματοποιήθηκε η πρώτη πτήση της Aegean για επαναπατρισμό Ελλήνων πολιτών και μελών των οικογενειών τους.
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Greek government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis stated that unilateral claims regarding the demilitarization of Aegean islands are unfounded and rejected in their entirety, referring to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement following recent developments regarding the “demilitarization status” of the Aegean islands, in response to the transfer of Patriot missiles to Karpathos
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A security alert over Cyprus airspace due to a suspicious object forced an Aegean flight to return to Athens. This incident led to half of the passengers choosing not to fly again.
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has quietly departed the Greek island of Hydra, relocating his luxury yacht to a secluded cove to evade media scrutiny after wrapping up his latest film shoot.
By Vassilis Goulas
Seeking to avoid paparazzi and crowds, the actor's vessel raised anchor from the main harbor over the weekend and moved to the quieter Kamini area.
Captain Giorgos Vallis, president of the Panhellenic Union of Crews of Private and Professional Yachts, confirmed the discreet departure.
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Turkish fighter jets and UAVs reportedly carried out four violations and three infringements in the northeastern and southeastern Aegean Sea on Tuesday.
Στην ακύρωση επιπλέον πτήσεων έως και τις πρώτες πρωινές ώρες της 4ης Μαρτίου 2026, προχωρά η Aegean (σε συνέχεια της χθεσινής ανακοίνωσής της) λόγω των συνεχιζόμενων εξελίξεων στην ευρύτερη περιοχή…
Ακυρώσεις πτήσεων προς χώρες της Μέσης Ανατολής έχουν υπάρξει σήμερα από το αεροδρόμιο «Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος» λόγω της έκρυθμης πολεμικής κατάστασης που επικρατεί στην περιοχή.
Islands in the southeastern Aegean, such as Nisyros and Astypalaia, are redefining their development by seeking alternative tourism paths beyond the mass tourism model, focusing on unique aspects like volcanism and electromobility.
Good weather conditions are expected in Greece in the coming days, with some phenomena in the southwestern Peloponnese, eastern Aegean, and Crete. However, after March 10, the traditional 'March scourge' weather pattern is expected to return.
A Turkish ATR-72 aircraft and a drone committed violations of air traffic rules in the Athens FIR and national airspace in the northeastern and central Aegean Sea.
The Coastal Research Laboratory, which, utilizing the equipment installed in the port of Heraklion in cooperation with the Heraklion Port Authority (OLI), proceeded to the analytical processing of the
Recep Tayyip Erdogan referred to the recent visit of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to Ankara in his statements after the cabinet meeting, today Monday. The Turkish Prime Minister...
The western Turkish province of Manisa, the third-largest city in the Aegean region, is highlighted for its deep historical roots and vibrant cultural heritage, blending ancient Lydia with Ottoman history.
Tensions are rising in the Aegean Sea as Turkey challenges Greece’s fishing rules, accusing Greece of imposing unlawful restrictions beyond its territorial waters.
The approval of Special Environmental Studies for Natura 2000 areas in the South Aegean has paved the way for the establishment of the National Marine Park of the South Aegean 1 – Southern Cyclades.
A Turkish CN-235 aircraft and three drones committed violations of air traffic rules in the Athens FIR and national airspace in the northeastern and southeastern Aegean today.
Official approval has been granted for the establishment of the South Aegean National Marine Park. This decision paves the way for its creation, particularly in the Southern Cyclades region.
Today's weather in Greece includes local showers during warmer hours, isolated thunderstorms mainly in mountainous areas, strong westerly winds in the Southern Aegean, and limited visibility at night and early morning.
The Deputy Regional Governor of the South Aegean and President of the Dodecanese Tourist Agents' Union expressed optimism for the upcoming tourist season, citing positive international developments and the start of the first flights from Israel next Thursday.
Aegean Shipping Management is collaborating with Danaos Management Consultants to develop digital technology leveraging artificial intelligence tools for its operations.
Increased cloudiness is expected across Greece today, Thursday, with local rain or showers in the afternoon, particularly in mountainous areas, and strong winds up to 8 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea.
The Turkish Armed Forces conducted the Blue Homeland-26 Exercise in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on security governance in the region.
The Holy Light will be transported from Jerusalem to Cyprus on a special AEGEAN flight on the afternoon of Holy Saturday, bringing a message of Resurrection and hope to the island.
Türkiye has commenced its "Blue Homeland-2026" naval exercise in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Eastern Mediterranean, involving 120 ships and 50 combat aircraft from April 3 to 9.
AEGEAN's volunteer employee group, 'team AEGEAN', organized a unique evening of music and human warmth at the Thessaloniki Concert Hall as part of the company's Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Aegean Airlines announced that its flight occupancy exceeded 75% for Easter, indicating strong travel demand for both domestic and international routes.
The completion of electricity interconnections for the Dodecanese and North Aegean islands is now set for the second quarter of 2030, while the electrification of the remaining Cycladic islands is scheduled for the first half of 2026.
From the Aegean islands to Meteora and Corfu, Greek Easter offers a deeply experiential journey combining faith, tradition, and travel, with many Greeks preparing for holiday excursions.
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Storm Erminio, intensified by Saharan dust, has caused heavy rain, strong winds, and floods across Greece, leading to at least one fatality, disrupting air travel, and causing extensive damage, including to a celebrity-owned hotel in Andros.
The plot of the film 'Where Are You, Adam?' unfolds in the ancient Dohiar monastery on the western coast of Mount Athos, a peninsula in the Aegean Sea exclusively used by Orthodox monks for over a thousand years.
At least 18 people died when a migrant boat sank off the coast of Turkey, with Turkish authorities confirming 21 survivors were rescued by the coast guard. Search and rescue operations are continuing for any additional victims.
The 'Visa Express' program, allowing short-stay visas for Turkish citizens visiting the East Aegean islands, has been renewed for an additional year, extending its validity until April 2027.
Greece continues to experience unstable, winter-like spring weather with forecasts predicting increased cloudiness, local rains, and thunderstorms, particularly in the eastern Aegean and Dodecanese, with snowfall in mountainous regions.
Farmers and livestock breeders are in turmoil due to the alarming increase in foot-and-mouth disease cases, with a rally organized outside the North Aegean Regional Authority by the Federation of Agricultural Associations.
Clouds with localized rain or showers are expected today, Tuesday, across most of Greece, accompanied by winds reaching up to 7 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea, according to the National Meteorological Service.
Meteorologist Klearchos Marousakis forecasts unstable and strong bad weather for Greece after March 25th, characterized by powerful northerly winds in the Aegean, rain, and successive cold fronts leading up to Easter.
Services in the North Aegean Region and the Municipalities of Mytilene and West Lesvos have been suspended, with a critical meeting scheduled to address the impacts of foot-and-mouth disease on Lesvos.
Israel has launched a new wave of attacks on Iran, including fresh strikes on Tehran, as the US-Israel vs Iran conflict intensifies, impacting Gulf nations and global energy markets, with Netanyahu claiming victory.
Aegean flavors will fill Mitropoleos Street on Friday, March 20th, as Athenian Rooftop hosts Serza restaurant from Leros for one night, in a special pop-up dinner dedicated to...
Highly unstable weather is forecast for Thursday, March 19, across almost all of Greece, bringing a drop in temperature, strong storms, and African dust, particularly affecting Macedonia, Thrace, the islands of the Eastern Aegean, and the Dodecanese.
A three-day event dedicated to the art of dry stone walling, with workshops, walks, and activities on 14 islands, for children and adults in the Aegean. The Hellenic Society for the Environment and Cultural Heritage (ELLLET), in...
With an impressive campaign of extroversion and tourism promotion, the South Aegean Region brings its islands to the center of the largest European cities. The Greek summer... 'travels'...
Norwegian activist Tommy Olsen was arrested at his home in Tromsø following an international arrest warrant issued by Greece, and his extradition to Greece has been approved. Since 2017, Olsen has managed the 'Aegean Boat Report' website, which provides assistance to refugees.
AEGEAN is proceeding with additional flight cancellations to and from Tel Aviv, Erbil, Baghdad, Beirut, Dubai, Riyadh, and Amman, with some cancellations extending until the evening of April 19, 2026.
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A short ferry ride from Vigo (daily and overnight visitor numbers are capped) took us to the tiny archipelago of the Cíes Islands, a protected cluster of islands where seabirds rule and tiny beaches remain unspoilt. There are no cars on the island and only a few sm...
Eftichios Vassilakis, President of AEGEAN, addressed the geopolitical developments in the Middle East and their impact on the airline during an analyst briefing on 2025 results.
Greek air carrier Aegean Airlines on Thursday announced its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results, reporting higher revenue, profits and passenger numbers as the airline continued its…
For the second consecutive day, the share price of Aegean Airlines continued its upward trend (+8.7% overall), which had been significantly pressured in the previous period, as a result of developments in the...
The Athens Stock Exchange is experiencing significant volatility, with yesterday's enthusiasm giving way to renewed caution and nervousness, as OTE and Aegean provide support while banks face pressure.
Gasoline prices are sharply increasing across Greece, particularly on the Ionian and Aegean islands and Crete, where prices have approached or, in some cases, surpassed the psychological barrier of 2 euros per liter.
Greece is forecast to experience scattered rain in central and southern mainland areas, Crete, and Evia on March 10, 2026, accompanied by unseasonably low temperatures and strong winds in the Aegean and Ionian seas.
A Turkish fighter jet and an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) reportedly violated Greek airspace in the Northeastern Aegean on Sunday, according to Greek authorities.
Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler reiterates Turkey's crucial role in European security architecture and affirms Ankara's unchanged position on the Aegean Sea, rejecting any unilateral actions.
Turkey expressed anger over the deployment of Greek Patriot missile systems to Karpathos, with Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler accusing Athens of attempting to 'encircle' Turkey and create faits accomplis, reigniting the demilitarization narrative for the eastern Aegean.
Turkey conducted a series of violations in the Aegean Sea, including airspace infringements by seven aircraft and a drone, amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in the wider region.
Türkiye issued a warning against attempts to undermine the demilitarized status of several Aegean islands, stating it would not permit 'fait accompli' actions.
«Συναγερμός» σήμανε το πρωί της Τετάρτης στον εναέριο χώρο της Κύπρου λόγω ενός «στρατιωτικού συμβάντος», γεγονός που οδήγησε σε αναγκαστική επιστροφή πτήσης της AEGEAN στην Αθήνα.
Today's weather in Greece, Wednesday, March 4, will feature few clouds, locally increased, with relatively high temperatures for the season in some areas and northerly winds up to 5 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea.
Retired Turkish Admiral Cihat Yaycı, a proponent of the 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, called for the non-use of Greek names for the Aegean, Bosphorus, Samos, and Kos, presenting a Greek document as a tool for 'cleansing'.
Σε επιπλέον ακυρώσεις πτήσεων από και προς το Ισραήλ, το Ιράκ, το Λίβανο, τα Ηνωμένα Αραβικά Εμιράτα και τη Σαουδική Αραβία λόγω των συνεχιζόμενων εξελίξεων στη Μέση Ανατολή, προχωρά η Aegean.
Generally clear weather is expected in Greece on Monday, March 2, 2026, with temperatures normal for the season and winds up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Clouds are expected intermittently, mainly in Evia, Eastern Sterea, Peloponnese, and the Aegean.
Greece is expected to experience sunshine and mild conditions during the first week of March, with strong northerly winds in the Aegean, according to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service.
Cloudy skies are expected for Friday, February 27, with temperatures remaining at normal levels for the season and winds reaching up to 7 Beaufort in the Southeast Aegean.
The first weather forecast for March in Greece predicts contrasting conditions, with winter weather in the Aegean and spring-like temperatures in the Ionian Sea.
A Turkish ATR-72 aircraft and a drone reportedly violated air traffic rules in the Athens FIR and national airspace over the northeastern and central Aegean Sea.
Cloudy weather and strong winds are forecast for today, Wednesday, February 25th, in several parts of Greece, particularly the Aegean Sea, with rain expected in some regions.
Greece is expected to see mostly sunny weather and rising temperatures today, Tuesday, with scattered clouds in the north, particularly in Macedonia and Thrace in the afternoon, and the northeastern Aegean islands by evening.
Enlistment only in the Army, “allowance” up to €100, 10 weeks of basic training, postings mainly to Thrace and the Eastern Aegean, drone courses, upgraded meals, and certified professional skills
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