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At the Athens Democracy Forum, Climate, Technology, Ukraine and Youth Dominated
Speakers warned that threats from climate change, cyberattacks and Russia’s aggression were undermining democracy.
Athens Democracy Forum: China and the U.S. Are Intertwined, but Share a Distrust
It’s the intensifying rivalry that could shape much of the world’s future.
Rain and Flooding in Greece Traps Residents and Submerges Villages
Greek military forces were called in to assist the rescue efforts. At least six people in Greece and at least nine in neighboring Turkey have died this week amid torrential rains and flooding.
Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey Are Hit By Floods, Killing 14
The floodwaters ravaged bridges, stranded tourists and swept away cars and buildings. Thousands of households were still cut off from power on Wednesday.
Dozens of Arson Arrests After Greek Fire Sets Record for E.U.
Firefighters are battling blazes near Athens and in a region where about 180,000 acres have burned, according to an E.U. official who called it a record.
As Wildfires Spread, Anger Rises in Greece Over Government Response
Firefighters were battling scores of blazes nationwide, but the threat to a precious woodland north of the capital had some fearing a dystopian future.
Greece Battles Its Most Widespread Wildfires on Record
Extreme heat has turned much of the country into a tinderbox. More than 350 fires have broken out in the past five days, the government said.
Dueling Tours for Influence as Ukraine War Scrambles Alliances
As Volodymyr Zelensky went on a diplomatic blitz of Europe, a top Iranian general made his way to Moscow.
Tourists Adapt to a Brutal Summer in Europe
Travelers are flocking to Europe this summer, but the excessive and prolonged heat is putting a crimp in their plans. Here’s what some are doing.