Tag: Greece
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Greece Rescues Nearly 540 Asylum Seekers Off Crete Coast
Greece Rescues Nearly 540 People Off Crete’s Southern Waters In a major rescue operation, Greek authorities say they have saved nearly 540 asylum seekers from a fishing boat located south of the island of Crete. The coastguard reported the incident, which unfolded some 16 nautical miles (approximately 29.6 kilometers) off Gavdos, a sparsely populated island…
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Greece Rescues More Than 500 Asylum Seekers Off Crete Coast
Overview of the Rescue Operation Greek authorities reported rescuing a large group of asylum seekers from a fishing boat located about 16 nautical miles (29.6 kilometers) south of the island of Gavdos, a remote area in the southern Aegean Sea. The operation, carried out by the Hellenic Coast Guard, underscores the ongoing and perilous journeys…
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Santorini Earthquake Swarm Triggered by Magma Intrusion
What happened at Santorini Earlier this year, tens of thousands of small earthquakes rattled the iconic Greek island of Santorini, a clear sign that its volcanic system was on the move. After months of study, researchers have concluded that the swarm was triggered by molten rock pulsing through an underground conduit. This intrusion, while extensive,…
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World’s Largest Spider Web Found in Albania-Greece Cave, Housing 110,000 Arachnids
What Was Found? Scientists have identified what may be the world’s largest-known spider’s web, discovered inside a cave along the Albania–Greece border. The immense structure is estimated to house around 110,000 arachnids, a staggering number that highlights the extraordinary biodiversity hidden within subterranean spaces. Researchers confirmed that two different spider species were peacefully coexisting within…
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World’s Largest Spider Web Found in Albanian-Greek Cave
Discovery of a Colossal Web Scientists have identified what is believed to be the world’s largest-known spider web, discovered inside a remote cave along the Albania-Greece border. The site, traced to a network of chambers deep underground, appears to host tens of thousands of arachnids woven into an intricate, nearly continuous fabric. The find has…
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Two Greek Groups Linked to US Terror Designation: What to Know
Overview Two Greek organizations are reportedly among four European groups that the US State Department plans to designate as terrorist organizations, according to a Fox News report citing unnamed officials. The disclosure, if confirmed, marks a significant formal designation that could affect the groups’ finances, travel, and operations in Europe and abroad. Sources and Verification…
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Three Dead in Migrant Boat Sinking Off Crete: Greek Coastguard Updates
Overview Tragedy struck off the southern coast of Crete as a boat carrying would-be migrants sank in near-gale conditions south of Gavdos, the Greek coastguard said. At least three people were confirmed dead, with search and rescue operations continuing in the hour after the incident. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by people attempting…
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Tragedy Near Crete: At Least Three Dead After Migrant Boat Sinks South of Gavdos
Overview of the incident In a grim reminder of the ongoing Mediterranean migration crisis, Greek authorities confirmed that at least three people died when a boat carrying would-be migrants sank south of Crete. The distress happened in near-gale winds close to the small island of Gavdos, about 80 kilometers south of the main island cluster.…
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Migrant boat sinks south of Crete; 3 dead, Greek coastguard says
Tragic sinking off Gavdos prompts renewed warnings about dangerous sea crossings A boat carrying would-be migrants sank in the open waters south of Crete, near the small island of Gavdos, leaving at least three people dead, the Greek coastguard said on Tuesday. The incident occurred amid near-gale winds, complicating rescue efforts and hindering communication with…
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Cheese on the Move: Turks Crossing to Greece to Escape Inflation
Border Economics and a Cheese-Driven Migration Every month, a steady rhythm unfolds at the Turkey-Greece border near Alexandroupolis. A group of Turkish shoppers, led by regulars like Cihan Citak, pack their cars, passports in hand, and commit to a roughly four-hour drive from Istanbul. The destination isn’t a tourist hotspot or a luxury mall but…