The armed robbery at a Rolex store that took place on Tuesday morning in the center of Athens has caused a great stir, with the police forces launching a manhunt to locate the perpetrators, but no arrests have been made so far.
The Albanian government has signed an agreement with Turkey for the purchase of Bayraktar drones, and so the two sides' ... flirtation has ended in marriage. But politics make for strange bedfellows and foreign relations even more so.
A NATO official yesterday called Greece and Turkey "valuable allies" and asked them to resolve their differences through diplomatic channels.
The area of Trikala, with its rich attractions and unparalleled natural landscape, is a unique travel destination with a multitude of options for leisure, sightseeing and activities. But those who find themselves in the area have the opportunity to get to know one more special side of it, its unique flavors.
The wide variety of raw materials available in the area, the cultural influences it received due to its geographical location and the diversity of its soil gave the wider area of Trikala its own nutritional and culinary identity. The rich agricultural and livestock products of the region and the local processing, with respect for tradition as well as know-how, offer the quality and distinct identity of the raw materials. The people of Trikala used to always use these special raw materials in their kitchen and they continue to do so today, with passion and love, offering the special Trikala dishes.
Today in Trikala, gastronomy has its own distinct brand name "Meteorisimo", through which the culinary culture is connected with local products and modern gastronomy. Meteorisimo was born, on the initiative of the Chamber of Trikala and its president Vassilis Giagiakou with the aim of presenting and disseminating Trikala gastronomy and locally produced products.
The culinary wealth of Trikala, born in the roots of Meteora and the mountains, is highlighted through the certified collective mark and the actions of "Meteorisimo". The recording and presentation of traditional Trikaline dishes with a centuries-old tradition, the unique Monastic cuisine of Meteora, the special ingredients and the method of their preparation become known to the general public.
"Meteorisimo", has its own business network with the participation of professionals in the prefecture. This includes, following relevant certification, local producers, retail stores and restaurants with special markings in their catalogs. The visitor here can find and enjoy the flavors and aromas of "Meteorisimo".
On every route in the prefecture, in Kalambaka and Meteora, in the town of Trikala in its mountain villages, in the plain, you have the opportunity to enjoy home-made food, well-cooked local meats, Trikala sausage and Trikala pies, traditional sweets, excellent quality wines and local tsipouro as well as monastic dishes that follow the tradition of the monks of Meteora.
Follow the route through the place, time and soul of the people who sculpted the relief of the Trikala region's culinary identity on the plate by combining the pure ingredients and products of the Trikala land with passion and tradition. Visit the prefecture of Trikala for an unforgettable culinary tourism experience.
For more information and seasonal flavors visit the website meteorisimo.com
Austria said on Monday it had identified a 39-year-old Greek citizen whom it suspects of spying for Russia, adding that he is himself the son of a former Russian spy who was once stationed in Germany and Austria as a diplomat.
Austria said on Monday it had identified a 39-year-old Greek citizen whom it suspects of spying for Russia, adding that he is himself the son of a former Russian spy who was once stationed in Germany and Austria as a diplomat.
The program to support Ukrainian start-ups through the temporary relocation of their founders and executives to Greece, their multifaceted support, as well as their interconnection with Greek businesses, is now a fact.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received two new blows in light of his incendiary statements against Greece and also regarding the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Ankara.
Greece's state budget for 2023 was passed by a majority of lawmakers in the 300-deputy Parliament on Saturday evening, essentially marking a vote of confidence for the Mitsotakis government only months before general elections must be held in the east Mediterranean country.
Financially, the past year was bad for almost everyone. Inflation of 10% year-on-year across the rich world has cut into household incomes. Investors have lost out as global stock markets have fallen 15%. However, this overall poor performance hides wide differences: some countries have done quite well.
On Thursday, December 22, Eva Kaili's deposition to the Belgian judicial authorities is expected, which will then decide whether she will remain in custody or be released, until the trial of the Qatargate case in which she is involved.
The main issue that is expected to influence the decision of the judges is whether after all Eva Kaili knew that there are suitcases of money in her house and why she did not notify the Belgian authorities.
The former vice-president of the European Parliament, is studying her next moves and the answers she is asked to give to a series of issues:
– Because when she found out that there are suitcases of money in her house, she notified her father and not the authorities.
– Why did she ask her father to hand over the money to Panzeri and not to the Belgian police.
– How the items related to her two-year-old daughter were found in the suitcase with the money.
Italian news agency Ansa, citing police sources, revealed that in the suitcase Eva Kaili's father was carrying when he was taken into custody, in addition to the 600,000 euros, it contained a baby bottle, milk and an iPad allegedly used by his granddaughter and the daughter of the Greek MEP.
What she will say in her deposition
According to information from MEGA channel, the main goal of Kaili's side is to separate her position from the other defendants, including her husband.
In particular, she will state that she knew that her partner had a collaboration with his former boss, Antonio Panzeri and the NGO "Fighy Impunity", however at first she did not suspect anything, given that Panzeri was a former MEP, did not have a bad reputation and the operation of the NGO had a good purpose.
In addition, she allegedly kept telling her partner that she was working long hours for Panzeri without getting paid and allegedly told him to make sure all the money she received was legitimate.
Also, according to all the information, she believes that Panzeri took advantage of the fact that she was a member of the European Parliament and therefore had parliamentary immunity, and for this reason she gave the suitcase to her partner to take to their home.
Sources told MEGA that Panzeri wanted to make Ms Kaili's house a "safe house" because of her immunity, as no one could raid there and trace the money.
Suitcases full of money
What is considered decisive, however, is whether Eva Kaili knew that there were suitcases of money in her house and why she did not notify the Belgian authorities.
According to SKAI channel, Eva Kaili's side emphasizes that her statement was transmitted incorrectly, as she assumed that there was money in these suitcases, but was not sure. At the same time, the Greek MEP did nothing to clarify the situation.
Two other goals of her line of defense are expected to be the proof that she has not dealt with countries other than Qatar, as there are already indications that the case touches Morocco (perhaps other countries as well). In addition, he is asked to prove that if he is released from prison, he will not be able to influence the pre-investigation process.
Looking for Qatargate "black" money globally
The investigation by the Belgian authorities is expanding, as they are now looking for "black" money all over the world. In France, authorities proceeded with an investigation in Strasbourg, specifically in the offices of European Parliament assistants, while in Italy, the Prosecutor's Office of Milan is investigating seven bank accounts and the purchase and sale of real estate by Nicolos Figa Talamanca.
Finally, investigations are being conducted in Qatar and Morocco. In the second case, the Ambassador to Poland was also involved, who transferred money, as well as a chief spy of the country in the connections with Pier Antonio Pancheri.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has returned to the tactics of inflammatory statements and provocations against Athens.
On the strong relations between Greece and France, the mutual desire to further strengthen bilateral relations, but also the interest of French companies to invest in our country, representatives of the Greek and French governments discussed, during the work of the 2nd Greek-French business meeting – investment Forum organized in Paris by the Greek-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
PPC and Greece will gain strong momentum if the Greek company’s deal with the Italian company to acquire the latter’s assets in Romania is successful.