Dimitris Koufodinas began a hunger strike in January after being denied a prison transfer. Demonstrations in support of him have exposed divides over how to deal with convicted terrorists.
Author: NIKI KITSANTONIS
Refugee Who Set Herself on Fire in Greece Is Charged With Arson
A woman set fire to her tent on the island of Lesbos in a suicide attempt after her family’s relocation to Germany was delayed.
Ex-Artistic Director of Greece’s National Theater Held After Rape Arrest Warrant
The case of Dimitris Lignadis is the most high-profile among the numerous directors and actors to have been named in a torrent of accusations that have rocked the Greek arts world.
In Greece, Accusations of Sexual Harassment Rock Arts World
Dozens of actors have accused some of the nation’s best-known performers and directors of sexual harassment and abuse, leading to several high-profile dismissals and resignations.
Olympic Athlete Speaks of Assault and Breaks a Bigger Silence in Greece
Sofia Bekatorou, a sailing champion, said she was sexually assaulted by a top sports official, prompting an outpouring of support in a country where the issue has long been ignored.
Greek Orthodox Church Faces Criticism as Virus Hits Its Ranks
Church leaders have backed government restrictions, but defiance by hard-liners and a commitment to the sacrament of communion, taken with a shared spoon, may undercut good intentions.
It Took a Century to Open a Mosque in Athens. Then Came the Pandemic.
The first purpose-built Muslim place of worship in the Greek capital since the Ottoman occupation arrived after decades of delay — just in time for a second coronavirus surge.
Leaders of Greece’s Golden Dawn Sentenced to Prison
The neo-fascist party’s leaders were convicted of running a criminal organization, and some of its members were found guilty of acts of violence.
Riot Police Pulled From Greek Islands After Clashes Over New Camps
Dozens of officers sent to guard sites for planned migrant camps were injured; two had shotgun wounds. Ten residents were also hurt in the escalating protests.