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The fire in Kythera is out of control – evacuations, damage to villages and dramatic calls for air support

"Half the island has been burnt down", says the deputy mayor - The flames have already destroyed houses, beehives, olive groves and farmland

Scorching heat grips Greece as heatwave persists

Details of the weather until Thursday - The temperature will drop in the west but will remain high in the east

Request for European assistance for the major fires in Attica, Evia, Messinia and Kythera from the government

The biggest problem is in Evia and Messinia, government officials say

Western Greece scorched: Temperatures hit 45°C in Messinia – When the heatwave is expected to ease, according to Marousakis

The meteorologist explained how the "meltemia" winds work and which areas of the country they typically affect

Fires rage in Kastoria and Evritania, no residential areas threatened

Improved situation in Thesprotia and Kilkis - Fires in Olympia, Ioannina and Messinia under partial control

Scattered fires in Kryoneri – First aerial units deployed: Euboea, Messinia, Kythira, and Crete among the toughest fronts (updated)

Strong firefighting forces on the spot - Strong winds hamper the work of the Fire Brigade - Which settlements have been evacuated

Heatwave to continue saturday with 44°C in some areas — Relief expected from Sunday

Dangerous "cocktail" of high temperatures, drought and winds, extreme fire risk in nine areas

Pangrati: A neighborhood that breathes history, art, and everyday life – The Athenian neighbourhood of Seferis and Hadzidakis

It retains the charm of an old Athenian neighborhood, while every space that opens becomes a new trend - It exudes art and elegance

Powerful explosion in an apartment building in Thessaloniki – Damage to surrounding buildings

Police see a terrorist attack

Extradition case of Moldovan accused of embezzling $1 billion – Russia also requests his return

Within 40 days both Moldova and Russia have to send a complete file with the evidence supporting their claims and then they will be heard by the Athens Court of Appeal

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