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On 22 May 2025, a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred off the coast of the Greek island of Crete. The earthquake was felt in some regions of Greece and Türkiye but did not result in any loss of life or major structural damage. Key Characteristics of the Earthquake The earthquake occurred on Thursday, 22 May 2025, at 06:19 local time. The epicenter was determined to be near the eastern coast of Crete, approximately 56 to 81 kilometers northeast of the town of Neapolis, in the Aegean Sea. The focal

At the beginning of July 2025, widespread forest fires broke out in various regions of Greece. These fires particularly affected the regions of Lasithi and Ierapetra on the island of Crete, as well as Rethymno, Halkidiki, Oreokastro, Serres and Rafina near Athens. High temperatures strong winds and dry weather conditions accelerated the spread of the fires. Several areas across the country were evacuated and settlements agricultural lands and tourist facilities suffered damage. Fire on the Islan