EU proposes new system to strengthen security checks on visa-free travellers
The European Commission said on November 16 that it was proposing to establish a European Travel Information and Authorisation System
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Why Obama’s visit to Athens is not just about Greek debt
The visit of the outgoing US President Barack Obama to Athens is going to go down as one of the
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On final overseas trip, Obama reassures Europe
Outgoing U.S. President Barack Obama was in Greece Tuesday, bringing to Europe much sought assurances about the U.S. commitment to
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After Trump election, EU ministers agree new defence plan
Under proposals agreed by EU member states, the bloc could send rapid response forces abroad for the first time. But
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Refugees set to shiver in tents as winter arrives in Greece
A bleak winter beckons for many refugees and migrants trapped in Greece, with thousands left vulnerable to the elements. Aid
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IMF shows Athens carrot and stick for debt relief
According to reports in the Greek press, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is ready to commit to remaining a part
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Greek economy beating estimates, 0.5% growth in Q3
The Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) and the Greek Finance Ministry announced encouraging figures pointing to a positive turn in the
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Poland starts to exhume victims of Smolensk plane crash
The bodies of Poland’s former president Lech Kaczyński and his wife Maria, who died in a 2010 plane crash in
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Moldova’s pro-Russian candidate claims presidency in runoff poll
Moldova’s pro-Russian presidential candidate Igor Dodon has declared victory in Sunday’s presidential runoff vote, holding a commanding lead in the
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