A French vessel, the ABEILLE MARENGO, has commenced research operations for the Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection, following a new navigational warning (NAVTEX) issued by Greece. This development is taking place amidst heightened diplomatic tensions, with Turkey having issued a counter-NAVTEX and a Turkish UAV reportedly flying over the area. Greek diplomatic sources emphasize that the research will continue, asserting the clarity of international maritime law regarding Greece's rights.

Kathimerini: Cable in Troubled Waters: NAVTEX, Counter-NAVTEX, and Paris Behind the Scenes

The upcoming resumption of research for an electrical interconnection between Greece and Cyprus serves as a stress test, as Ankara does not appear to be moving from its firm positions.

in.gr: GSI: French vessel begins investigations after new NAVTEX

A French vessel has commenced its research operations following the issuance of a new navigational warning (NAVTEX).

Kathimerini: Diplomatic Sources: Cable Research to Continue, Law of the Sea is Clear

In response to Turkey's claims, diplomatic sources emphasized that research for the cable will continue and that Greece's maritime rights are clear.

Το Βήμα: Greece-Cyprus electricity link: Vessel ABEILLE MARENGO departs for GSI surveys

The ABEILLE MARENGO vessel has departed for surveys in the Southeast Cretan Sea following Greece's NAVTEX issuance, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions with Turkey over the Greece-Cyprus electricity interconnector cable.

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Greece's credit rating at 'BBB' with a stable outlook, indicating a positive and steady economic prospect for the country.

Το Βήμα: Fitch maintains Greece's 'BBB' rating with stable outlook

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Greece's credit rating at 'BBB' with stable outlook, indicating a steady economic prospect for the country.

The Central Union of Greek Municipalities (KEDE) has issued an "SOS" regarding severe financial difficulties and a lack of resources for their mandated responsibilities. This comes as reports indicate the state's outstanding debts have reached 3.88 billion euros, with various entities failing to pay businesses and citizens.

News247: State Debts at 3.88 Billion Euros - Which Bodies Leave Businesses and Citizens…

The state's outstanding debts amount to 3.88 billion euros, with the article identifying which entities are failing to pay businesses and citizens.

Το Βήμα: KEDE: Municipalities send SOS signals over financial distress

The Central Union of Greek Municipalities (KEDE) is raising alarms about severe financial difficulties, a lack of resources for mandated responsibilities, and the struggle for genuine self-governance.

Kathimerini: Marathon: Road Closures Today and Tomorrow

Information regarding traffic disruptions and road closures in Athens due to the upcoming marathon event on Saturday and Sunday.