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קלע דוד מערכת הגנה אווירית ליירוט מטרות בטווח בינוני־ארוך

Israel, Greece sign €3 billion deal to build multilayered defense based on Israeli architecture

Agreement will see Israel build an integrated Greek defense network against drones and missiles, with a separate €26 million deal for Drone Dome systems

Reuters | 08.31.26

‘This is hell’: Crete’s picture-perfect Balos Beach goes viral for all the wrong reasons

Footage viewed more than 940,000 times shows tourists packed around the famous lagoon at peak season, as local authorities weigh reservations and visitor limits to protect one of western Crete’s most fragile natural attractions

Asaf Rosen | 08.31.26

A taste of Greece: crispy fish with yogurt sauce and tomato salsa recipe

A summery bite of juicy fish in a crisp, schnitzel-like coating, paired with tangy yogurt sauce and a sweet-spicy tomato salsa

Raheli Krut | 08.28.26

Israel and Greece build new air shield to counter drones and missiles

Israel and Greece are set to sign a $3.6 billion deal on Monday to establish a multilayered air defense network in Greece, integrating Israeli systems including Spyder, Barak MX and David’s Sling with Patriot and AI-powered command-and-control capabilities

Itamar Eichner | 08.28.26

‘Pay 600 euros’: Israeli family says Athens taxi ride became a robbery

Greek police say the driver threatened the family, refused to release their luggage and forced them to hand over 600 euros; he has been arrested and is also under investigation over a second tourist complaint

Asaf Rozen | 08.26.26

סוללת טילי פטריוט של ארה"ב שמוצבת במזרח התיכון

Greece moves Patriot battery to Crete as Iran threatens US bases in Europe

Greece moved a Patriot air defense battery to Crete amid Iranian threats to US bases in Europe and is considering helping Bulgaria strengthen its air defenses if Sofia makes a formal request

Lior Ben Ari | 08.24.26

Israeli arrested in Crete after barbecue sparks wildfire during high-risk fire alert

The blaze did not spread over a large area and was contained after about four hours; the 35-year-old Israeli now faces a decision on possible charges

Itamar Eichner | 08.16.26

'Don’t you have anywhere else to live? Leave us alone': Greeks push back against Israelis

Commentary: Israelis have flocked to Greece in growing numbers since Oct. 7, but some locals are losing patience; Greece remains relatively welcoming to Israelis, though signs of backlash are emerging

Lior Ben Ami | 08.13.26

‘Death to the IDF’ graffiti appears in Crete amid wave of anti-Israel protests in Greece

Graffiti in Heraklion called for ‘Death to the IDF’ and praised Palestinian resistance; Israel’s Foreign Ministry has urged travelers in Greece to stay alert, avoid demonstrations and keep Israeli and Jewish symbols discreet

Itamar Eichner | 08.11.26

מפגינים פרו פלסטינים הפגנה מחוץ ל שגרירות ישראל ב אתונה יוון

‘Hide Jewish symbols’: Israel warns citizens in Greece ahead of nationwide Gaza protests

Foreign Ministry warns Israelis of demonstrations expected across Greece, including tourist areas, and urges them to avoid protest sites, clashes and real-time location sharing

ynet | 08.09.26

אליזבת רוס בריטית שגופתה אותרה במזוודה בבנייין נטוש ב אתונה יוון

Aid worker who helped refugees in Greece murdered by migrant, body hidden in suitcase

Elizabeth Ross, 38, regularly traveled to Greece to help refugees and homeless people; police arrested a 26-year-old Afghan man after he allegedly used her bank cards and sent messages from her phone telling relatives she wanted to be alone

ynet | 08.03.26

ענן אש pyrocumulus סופת אש שתועד בצילום לוויין ב ספרד אזור קסטיון 28 ביולי

Massive 'fire cloud' seen from space as deadly wildfires sweep Europe

Firefighters battle a massive blaze in France as 60,000 return home; fires also rage in Spain, Crete and Turkey, where evacuations were ordered in Antalya; two firefighters were killed in Crete

ynet, News Agencies | 07.30.26

Cocaine and ecstasy: Four Israelis arrested at alleged drug party off Greek coast

Greek coast guard officers raided a catamaran off Lefkada and detained eight people, including Israeli businesspeople; cocaine, ecstasy, cannabis, unidentified pills and cash in euros, shekels and another currency were seized

Itamar Eichner | 07.28.26

האי פונצה שבמחוז לאציו, בים הטירני, איטליה

From Troy to Ithaca: the ultimate Odyssey-inspired vacation

Christopher Nolan’s new film has put the Odyssey back in the spotlight, but the journey does not have to end at the cinema; from Sicily and Gozo to Corfu and Ithaca, these are the Mediterranean destinations linked to the legendary voyage

Asaf Rozen | 07.26.26

Greece turns to Israel for a €3 billion fortress in the sky

Greek parliament is expected to approve the Achilles Shield program, built around David’s Sling, SPYDER and Barak MX systems as defense ties with Israel and Cyprus deepen

Yuval Azulay, Calcalist | 07.22.26