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Kastellorizo: The Greek island that's fully vaccinated and COVID-free

The locals are being careful, but they live in a more relaxed way. Anyone arriving on the island must take a rapid test.

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The most striking images from this week's top stories

The key stories of the week, captured by photographers around the world.

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This Greek island has become Europe's first COVID-free destination

All 520 residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and they are happy to welcome tourists to their little piece of paradise

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Greece shaken by 6.2-magnitude earthquake

The earthquake was felt in neighbouring countries North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Montenegro.

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Turkey accuses Greece of 'harassing' vessel in the Aegean Sea

Turkey's Minister of Defence said that four Greek fighter jets had flown close to the ship TCG Cesme, but Athens has denied the allegations.

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Greece: 5,000 students gather outside courthouse over campus security

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Greece issues COVID vaccine certificates to those who had both doses

The scheme is designed to open up travel again and 55,000 certificates have already been issued to Greeks

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Former director of Greece’s National Theatre charged with rape

Dimitris Lignadis, a well-known stage actor and director in Greece, turned himself in to police on Saturday afternoon.

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Heavy snowstorm in Greece leaves thousands without electricity

In the suburbs of Athens, falling trees downed power cables, causing blackouts.

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Drone footage captures the rare sight of snow in Athens

The snowstorm, described by authorities as the most severe in 20 years, blanketed the city and its ancient monuments Tuesday and left parts of the capital without power and water.

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The iconic Acropolis in Athens is covered in snow

Check out the tourist attraction as you’ve never seen it before.

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Ancient monuments covered by rare heavy snow in central Athens

While snow is common in Greece's north and its mountains during the winter, it is rare on the islands and in the centre of the capital.

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Athens heads back into lockdown to curb resurgence in COVID-19 cases

All non-essential shops and schools to close as the Greek capital and surrounding region heads back into lockdown.

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Israel and Greece sign deal to allow vaccinated tourists to travel

Israel and Greece signed a deal that clears the way for vaccinated tourists to travel between the countries in a bid to boost their economies.

Greece

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis accused of breaking COVID-19 rules again

A viral video showed the Prime Minister attending a lunch with around thirty guests on the island of Ikaria over the weekend. A government spokesperson has described the allegations as "inaccurate".

Greece

Extinction threat for Greek zoo closed during COVID-19 lockdown

With no paying visitors or state aid big enough for its very particular needs, it still faces huge bills to keep 2,000 animals fed and healthy.

Destinations

Is Crete Europe's last wild frontier?

Crete's rugged landscape makes it an ideal choice for the outdoor explorer. We find out more about what the island has to offer.

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Greek and Turkish coast guard boats collide in Eastern Mediterranean

The two NATO countries have been arguing for decades about sovereign rights in the Aegean Sea as well as the extent of the Exclusive Economic Zone in the Eastern Mediterranean. Disputes have been heightened in recent months after a Greek frigate collided with a Turkish frigate in August last year.

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'Better late than sorry': Sweden introduces masks on public transport

Authorities in Sweden are recommending face masks should be worn in public transport during peak times. Up until now, the country has resisted imposing the use of face coverings in the fight against COVID-19, except in healthcare. But there are signs the government is now taking tougher action.

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COVID-19: Which European country has the fastest vaccine roll out?

Israel and the UK are the countries that have administered the most vaccine doses to date while France and the Netherlands are among the slowest countries.