AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEU Fire Response: The European Commission is sending four Canadair planes to Spain to help fight major wildfires, with two aircraft arriving from Greece and two from Italy this Saturday as evacuations continue. Regional Security: A Greek Patriot air-defence battery in Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen, underscoring Greece’s role in integrated missile defence amid Red Sea tensions. Shipping Risk Watch: The EU’s ASPIDES naval mission raised the threat level in the Bab al-Mandab Strait from medium to high after attacks on Saudi-linked shipping, warning of further missile and drone risks. Greek Economy & Markets: Ratings agency upgrades for PPC (Public Power Corporation) signal improved investor sentiment, while Greece’s tourism momentum remains a key growth driver. Local Business: An Athens restaurant fire at Michael’s Casual Dining was contained to the kitchen and attic area; no injuries reported. Social Policy (Balkan angle): Bulgaria’s long maternity-leave model is back in focus after protests demanding higher second-year compensation and better state support.
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