Heatwave Watch: Greece is feeling Europe’s extreme summer pattern, but forecasts say conditions won’t match the deadliest records elsewhere—still, HNMS expects repeated North Africa warm-air intrusions with July–August temperatures pushing past 40°C and a hotter, drier-than-usual season ahead. Invasive Species & Public Health: Authorities are warning about the spread of the silver-cheeked toadfish in the Mediterranean, including Greece and Cyprus—an invasive pufferfish linked to warming seas and a potent toxin—while stressing most travelers don’t need to change plans. Marine Ecosystems & Policy: Greece is also moving to manage invasive pufferfish/toadfish impacts with incentives for fishermen to catch the species, as the warming Mediterranean reshapes local food webs. Heritage & Culture: Greece’s Ministry of Culture is restoring and improving access to the Southeast Temple at the Ancient Agora of Athens, reconnecting it to the Panathenaic Way and rebuilding parts of the platform and sanctuary. Wildlife Protection: A new protest in Bulgaria targets a proposed wind farm near endangered vulture nests, with campaigners arguing for cross-border consultation given potential impacts reaching Greece. Tourism Pressure: With heat and seasonal demand rising, Greece’s summer travel outlook is increasingly about early planning—especially for islands and mainland areas facing the hottest stretches.