The reopening of the Theological School of Halki and the protection of Christian communities in the Middle East were the focus of the meeting that Archbishop Elpidophoros of America had at the State Department with the US Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, Riley Barnes.

The US has imposed sanctions on two Greeks active in the supply of marine fuels, as well as the companies they are associated with, on charges of supplying fuel to Iranian ships.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is now distancing himself from his earlier, clear positions in favor of the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece, referring the issue to the British Museum.

Greek police have arrested six people, ranging in age from 27 to 49, in connection with a failed bombing attempt in Lefkada, with investigators saying the attack was orchestrated by two men already serving time behind bars.