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Price Cuts Finalized; New Wildfire; Turkey Raises Aegean Tensions

The government has finalized a list for price reductions on essential supermarket products, with details on the implementation timeline expected soon. This initiative aims to provide some relief to consumers amidst ongoing economic pressures.

Meanwhile, a new wildfire has erupted in Thesprotia, prompting the deployment of aerial firefighting assets to combat the blaze. This incident adds to concerns about wildfires, a recurring issue in the country.

Diplomatic tensions with Turkey have escalated as Ankara raises concerns about "grey zones" in the Aegean, specifically in relation to Greece's new spatial plan for renewable energy sources. Turkey has also renewed its focus on the Muslim minority in Thrace, further complicating bilateral relations.

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Turkey Challenges Greek Sovereign Rights and Spatial Plan

Tensions between Greece and Turkey have escalated as Ankara raises the issue of "grey zones" in the Aegean, specifically challenging Greece's new spatial plan for Renewable Energy Sources. Turkey also continues to question the rights of the Muslim minority in the Thrace region.

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