Lesvos

Greek livestock disease and compensation response

25 clusters · 80 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Lesvos regional officials demand aid for livestock crisis

In September 2026, Minister of Rural Development and Food Margaritis Schoinas announced a support and restructuring plan for the Greek livestock sector, allocating over €220 million since 2025. The strategy focuses on li

Heavy rainfall and flooding in Lesvos

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Lesvos experiences flash flooding following heavy rainfall

On October 12, the island of Lesvos experienced flash flooding caused by sudden and intense heavy rainfall. The Skala Eresos area was particularly impacted as an overflowing river carried stones, soil, and debris through

Mediterranean migration and border enforcement

105 clusters · 299 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Crete: Over 360 migrants rescued in 24 hours

In August 2026, migration activity remained high across the Mediterranean. In mid-August, the Greek Coast Guard and Frontex conducted several operations off the southern coast of Crete and Gavdos, rescuing 327 migrants o

Greek agricultural production and market trends

9 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Crete olive oil producers report illegal importation and rebranding

Agricultural sectors in Greece continue to navigate a landscape of high yield expectations tempered by market volatility and structural challenges. The olive oil market is entering a new commercial period characterized b

Greek fishing industry protests

9 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Fishermen in Mytilene to protest new maritime regulations

The Greek fishing industry has entered an indefinite strike, leading to shortages of fresh fish in domestic markets. Following the mobilization efforts announced for early October, professional fishermen have implemented

Thessaly livestock breeders protest government inaction

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Greece livestock crisis: Nearly 500,000 animals killed by plague

The Federation of Livestock Breeders and Livestock Associations of Thessaly has expressed intense frustration and outrage toward the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food regarding unaddressed crises in the livest

Greece Wildfires 2026: Outbreaks, Relief, and Response

203 clusters · 879 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Wildfires reported in Laconia, Greece, and Agia Napa, Cyprus

By early October 2026, the wildfire crisis in Greece continued with new outbreaks and a focus on long-term service strengthening. On October 3, a forest fire in the Metaxata and Kourkoumelata areas of Kefalonia prompted

Olive oil harvest in Istria

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Istria olive harvest begins amid drought and rising costs

The olive harvest in the Istria region of Slovenia and Croatia has commenced. Despite experiencing summer heat and drought, the ‘Istrian bjelica’ variety has demonstrated promising oil content, with yields in certain are

Birdwatching activities in Greece

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Greece hosts EuroBirdwatch 2026 events in Lesvos and Soufli

In mid-September 2026, the Lesvos Fossil Forest Natural History Museum and the Kalloni Environmental Education Center announced an open birdwatching event at the Kalloni Salt Marsh. The event was designed to showcase the

Lesvos Petrified Forest museum developments

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Lesvos Fossilized Forest museum opens new exhibition in Mytilene

The Lesvos Petrified Forest Natural History Museum has expanded its public engagement and research output following recent conservation and excavation efforts. Initially, the museum announced new guided tours and experie

Wildfires and building fires in Greece

2 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Nea Ionia cafe fire triggers arson investigation

Wildfires have been reported in different regions of Greece. In the Ano Vrontou area of Serres, a fire broke out in an agricultural-forest zone, reportedly following lightning activity. The Greek Fire Service responded w

Panhellenic Scout Movement meetings in Greece

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Lesvos hosts 77th Panhellenic Scouts of Greece meeting

In late September 2026, various Panhellenic meetings for the Scout Movement of Greece were held across different regions. In Patras, a delegation of 130 scouts from 46 Greek cities participated in the 40th Panhellenic M

Greek maritime drone surveillance expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Greece expands drone surveillance network to Lesvos

Greece is expanding its maritime surveillance capabilities in the Aegean Sea through the deployment of V-BAT vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones. Following the establishment of a support base at Maritsa Airport i

Counterfeit identity document trafficking in Lesvos

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Greece: Minors use forged IDs to bypass alcohol and tobacco bans

Police in Lesvos dismantled part of a criminal ring involved in trafficking counterfeit identification documents during an operation at Mytilene Airport. Authorities arrested an 18-year-old male allegedly acting for a

Sporting events on Leros island

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Leros to host triathlon and road running events in September

In late September 2026, the island of Leros is scheduled to host two major sporting events organized by the Gymnastikos Syllogos Neon Lerou. On September 26, an Aquathlon Triathlon will take place at the Xerokampou muni

Livestock disease outbreak and protocol updates in Lesvos

5 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Greece updates foot-and-mouth disease emergency protocols

An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease on the island of Lesvos has caused significant livestock losses and economic distress. While earlier reports noted over 81,000 animal deaths, recent updates indicate authorities are