Greek City Times

21/06/2026

Santorini Municipality Files Complaint Against Unauthorized Construction at Vlychada Beach

The Municipality of Thira has taken legal action against significant unauthorized construction at a popular beach bar in Vlychada, Santorini, which was recently acquired by a foreign company.

21/06/2026

OPA! AJDE! 🔥
Sydney hosted the ultimate Greek–Serbian fusion party — and it absolutely delivered!

IHO NYX and ORKESTAR ŠAMPIONI joined forces with a massive 12-piece live band, delivering high-energy performances, live instruments, and hit after hit from both cultures all night long.

The atmosphere was electric. Two beautiful cultures, one unforgettable celebration.

21/06/2026

Greek Summer 💙

📍: Kithnos Island

📹: ~ thank you.

21/06/2026

Martyr Julian of Tarsus, in Cilicia (June 21)

You said: Martyr Julian of Tarsus, in Cilicia (June 21)The Holy Martyr Julian of Tarsus (also known as Julian of Antioch or Julian of Cilicia) was a noble Christian youth who was brutally martyred around the year 305 AD. His principal feast day is celebrated on June 21 by the Eastern Orthodox Church...

21/06/2026

Summer Solstice: Summer Officially Begins Today

Astronomical summer officially begins on Sunday, June 21, at 4:24 a.m. Eastern time, marking the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. This day features the longest amount of daylight of the year as the Earth's tilt exposes the hemisphere to its most extreme angle toward the sun

21/06/2026

Thessaloniki Pride Protest by Apparent Monk Ends in Arrest in 2026

A man dressed in clerical robes disrupted the Thessaloniki Pride parade by lying on Pavlou Mela Street in front of a float and shouting “Repent.” Authorities confirmed no Church affiliation and detained him as the event continued.

21/06/2026

Xenophontos Monastery - Mount Athos ☦️

Xenophontos is a prominent, coenobitic Eastern Orthodox monastery situated on the southwestern coast of the Mount Athos peninsula in Greece. Dedicated to Saint George, it ranks 16th in the hierarchical order of the Holy Mountain and is highly celebrated for its Byzantine architecture and miraculous icons.

May this Sunday be a gentle pause to refresh your spirit, bringing peace to your heart and joy to your soul. Embrace the day with a grateful heart, and may the week ahead be filled with beautiful possibilities, renewed strength, and endless blessings! ❤️

📹: Father Christopher (X)

20/06/2026

Novak Djokovic Throws Grand Birthday Party for Wife Jelena in Athens, Shares Romantic Kiss

June 18, 2026 — Novak Djokovic celebrated his wife Jelena Djokovic’s milestone 40th birthday in style, hosting a lavish night party in Athens, Greece, complete with a spectacular fireworks and drone show over the Athenian Riviera. The couple, who have been together for over two decades, shared a...

20/06/2026

Greece Deploys Firefighters, Planes and Helicopters to Battle Major Wildfire on Evia Island

Greek firefighters are battling a major wildfire on Evia Island, with authorities ordering the evacuation of two settlements. Dozens of firefighters, eight aircraft and six helicopters have been deployed as strong northerly winds fuel the blaze.

20/06/2026

Iran Announces Closure of Strait of Hormuz, Citing US and Israeli Ceasefire Violations

Iran says it is closing the Strait of Hormuz after accusing the United States and Israel of violating a recent ceasefire agreement, raising concerns over global oil supplies and regional stability.