Stories from Greece

Lawyer Giorgos Karapanos secured a decision regarding the liability of the Greek state in the Tempi train collision tragedy. The decision establishes state responsibility for the incident. Total compensation mentioned in the report ranges between 400 and 1,000 euros.

Authorities detained 175 activists in international waters near Crete. The operation lasted throughout the previous night and involved the arrest of 175 activists out of approximately 400. Flotilla spokesperson Maria Elena Delia stated the operation violated international law and involved military personnel using semi-automatic assault weapons. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Taiani has requested information from Israeli and Greek authorities to protect Italian nationals on board. Flotilla leaders were reportedly in constant contact with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Family members of Chilean citizens intercepted by Israeli forces in a humanitarian flotilla have accused Israel of kidnapping. Some boats from the flotilla managed to escape by entering Greek territorial waters.

Oil markets are preparing for a new round of military escalation in the Middle East. Goldman Sachs warned that prices could reach 2008 levels of $130 per barrel if the Strait of Hormuz faces prolonged closure or Iranian attacks. This price increase occurred despite the International Energy Agency's March 11 promise to release 400 million barrels from emergency reserves. Thirty-two member states of the organization hold reserves exceeding 1 billion barrels. Oil prices at approximately $108 per barrel could lead to global inflation and negatively impact economic growth. Russia has expressed satisfaction with rising energy resource prices. Demand for Russian oil currently significantly exceeds its supply, which has impacted its ability to supply international markets since the start of the war in Azoliv. The source stated that Moscow cannot occupy Iran's share in Asia or dictate prices.

The Greek Parliament has moved toward a preliminary investigation regarding two government members. The proposal specifically names the former Minister of Rural Development and Food, Mr. Livanos. The investigation follows a recent parliamentary motion. Among the 19 members of the national resistance organization were former PASOK Minister Varivakis and Stathis Giotas. The death sentences were not carried out following international community protests and domestic demonstrations.

Goldman Sachs analyst Dan Strauven revised Brent crude oil estimates to $90 per barrel for the next 3-4 months. The price surge comes amid preparations for potential military escalations in the US-Israel conflict. Prices reached $126 per barrel on Thursday morning.

Police arrested a 72-year-old woman for operating an illegal brothel in the Peloponnese region. Four women were found living in the apartment amidst trash and unsanitary conditions. Authorities described the living conditions as horrific and indicative of human degradation. The report was prepared by Michalis Zaris. Authorities found expired food and animal feed alongside plates of food being consumed by occupants. The investigation began after the brothel operator allegedly demanded 2,000 euros from a woman to allow her to remain in the apartment. The operator reportedly threatened to throw the woman into a trash bin if the payment was not made. The women reportedly refused to open the door for inspections. The 72-year-old owner was arrested, and the four women were transferred to social welfare housing facilities.

Protests are occurring in at least 46 cities in support of the 'Flotilla Over Libera'. Activist Antonella Bundu, aboard the ship Tin Chin, reported seeing a small boat approaching the vessel during the night.

More than 175 activists on the Flotilla near Gaza are scheduled to disembark in Greece and be transferred to Greek vessels, according to foreign affairs ministers. The Portuguese government confirmed that three Portuguese citizens are currently on board the Flotilla.

Detainees are expected to disembark on the coast of Greece within a few hours. About 20 vessels were reportedly boarded and crews captured, while others managed to escape. Two vessels were reached in high seas near Crete.

Police in Greece arrested a 72-year-old individual for operating an illegal care unit for collected women in an apartment. The individual faces charges including extortion, conspiracy, and habitual misconduct. The arrest occurred in the Ampelokipoi area.