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Reza Pahlavi thanked Trump for supporting the people of Iran: ‘He is the leader of the free world’
The son of Iran's last monarch called on European leaders to "follow Trump's example", while rumours are circulating about his upcoming visit to Washington
EU–Mercosur trade deal approved after 25 years of negotiations
The European Union’s trade agreement with Mercosur passed with the required qualified majority, despite opposition from France, Poland, Austria, Ireland, and Hungary. EU capitals have until 6 p.m. to submit any formal objections. German industrial leaders describe the deal as a “major success.”
Ioannina covered in white, snow in the center and in many areas of the city – Watch video
The severe weather continues, with much of Epirus—especially the mountainous areas of Ioannina and Arta—covered in snow since yesterday. Snow chains are mandatory, and the Egnatia Highway is closed to trucks over 3.5 tons
Fast-track change of use for thousands of properties: Offices and shops turn into… homes with a tax bonus
Who benefits and which areas are included in the 10-year rental tax incentive – the measure is part of a broader housing intervention package extending into 2026
Traffic fines: Where the €110 million a year from tickets will go
Only a few details remain before the system can operate as designed, with fines issued electronically and drivers receiving the notices directly on their smartphones
Farmers ease roadblocks ahead of meeting with Prime Minister: which roads are reopening
Farmers remain on the roads after accepting an invitation to meet with the Prime Minister on Tuesday at the Maximos Mansion. However, most are easing their stance and reopening national highways as a gesture of goodwill
Taxi strike: Drivers to pull the handbrake starting Tuesday, January 13
The mandatory transition to electric vehicles is at the center of the dispute
Weather: Meteorologists clash over snow in lowland areas and islands – the forecast for the coming days
Forecasts warning of “polar outbreaks” and snowfall reaching sea level have sparked controversy, with Kolydas and Tsatrafyllias cautioning against exaggeration and clickbait
Ferry routes operating normally today, minor disruptions in the Saronic Gulf
Weather conditions are expected to gradually improve today
Cyprus rocked by video allegedly showing bribes at the Presidential Palace: Intelligence service launches probe, late-night meeting under Christodoulides, suspicions of Russian involvement
Who appears in the video
Behind the scenes of the invitation to farmers for a meeting with Mitsotakis: The phone calls and the “pressure valve”
A senior minister tells protothema.gr that “accepting the invitation means that the roadblocks also want a solution, because farmer union leaders cannot remain on the streets indefinitely.”
