Greece-Turkey Tensions: Turkish F-16s reportedly tracked and “harassed” Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias’ aircraft en route to Cyprus, with Turkish Cypriot controllers calling the claims politically motivated and saying flights were handled due to an emergency. Security & Justice: Greek authorities arrested James Dalamangas in Aigio, Greece, over a 1999 Sydney nightclub stabbing; extradition may be complicated by Greece’s statute of limitations. Counterterror Crackdown: A Hamas-linked Palestinian suspect was arrested in Crete over an alleged plot targeting an Israeli cruise ship, with Greek investigators citing links to other suspects and materials ordered online. Earthquake Watch: A 4.3 quake struck North Evia near Prokopi, following a damaging Sunday sequence; schools were kept closed as a precaution. Local Governance & Corruption: Police uncovered a municipal urban-planning bribery network tied to illegal “facilitation” payments, arresting six suspects. Economy & Outlook: OECD and EU reporting frames Greece as a growth and resilience case after surveillance ended, boosting market confidence. Housing Market: With new supply scarce, most 2025 home sales involved older properties, especially in Athens and Thessaloniki. Culture & Community: The Near & Far Festival returns to Kastellorizo (June 25–28), spotlighting the Greek diaspora with artists and local participation.