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Erdogan ends trip with softer tone, consensus on refugees

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdgogan concluded his visit to Greece on Friday as the Greek government attempted to defend its decision to extend an invitation to the controversial head of state.

Greece prepares for Erdogan visit, limits extent of Sharia law

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit Athens on December 7-8, according to reports this week.

EU-Greece island containment policy slammed as refugees endure squalid winter camps

The Greek government has been heavily criticised for a containment policy which restricts refugees to the islands, and for failing to provide adequate shelter to those who are stranded there as winter set in.

Athens aiming to step up diplomatic contact with neighbours

Athens is seeking ways to keep open the channels of communication with neighbouring countries with which bilateral relations are strained due to unresolved diplomatic issues.

Back from the brink: What next for Greece's property market?

By: Omaira Gill

The story of Greece’s property markets trials and triumphs over the last few years reads like the pages of a dramatic novel. There was the mighty rise followed by a sudden and brutal collapse, to today’s market which is steeped in rumour and speculation.

Athens wants to keep Ankara lines open despite EU reservations, S-400 deal

Turkey's decision to sign a controversial deal worth 2.14 billion euros with Russia for S-400 anti-aircraft missiles has sparked concerns within NATO and the European Union, putting the Greek government on alert as well.

Athens keeps cautious eye on Berlin-Ankara relationship as German elections approach

Athens is closely monitoring the increased tensions between Berlin and Ankara, especially regarding the latter’s hopes for European Union accession.

Varosha move puzzles amid low expectations on Cyprus

Athens and Nicosia are still trying to figure out what is behind Turkey's recent decision to open up Maronite villages and the “ghost city” of Famagusta (Varosha).

UN steers clear of Cyprus blame game as focus moves to hydrocarbons

United Nations Special Advisor to Cyprus Espen Barth Eide has urged all sides to abandon the blame game following the collapse of the Cyprus talks in Crans-Montana and to reflect on what the next steps should be.

Blame game follows collapse of Cyprus reunification talks

Athens remains on high diplomatic alert following the collapse of the Cyprus talks in Crans-Montana.