Parts of Athens are without power after a 5.1 magnitude earthquake shook the Greek capital.
The quake lasted for around 15 seconds and caused two buildings to collapse.
There have been reports of casualties or serious injuries.
Several aftershocks have already been reported and experts warn that there could still be more.
Israel and Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire
Lebanon and Israel have announced on Wednesday that they had agreed to the implementation of a ceasefire following negotiations in Washington aimed at ending the conflict that flared up alongside the war in Iran.
Kuwait cuts Iran embassy staff, declares two diplomats 'persona non grata'
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs has handed a formal protest note to Iran’s acting chargé d’affaires in the country, addressing the continued Iranian missile and drone attacks.
All EU members greenlight first step in accession talks, Ukraine PM says
All members of the European Union agreed to open talks with Ukraine and Moldova on the first cluster of issues in their accession talks, Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said early on Thursday.
North Korea's Kim calls for 'exponential' nuclear expansion after inspecting new plant
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for an "exponential" expansion of the country's atomic arsenal during a visit to a newly operational nuclear material production factory, state media agency KCNA said on Thursday.
Kuwait suspends flights, activates emergency plan after Iranian attack on airport
An Iranian drone and missile attack struck Kuwait's international airport, forcing authorities on Wednesday to suspend air traffic and divert flights to nearby airports until further notice.
