Greece

Greek authorities say that most of the suspects in the case of the kidnapping of Greek businessman Michalis Lempidakis have been arrested. Lempidakis was held hostage for six months by a gang that demanded ransom for his release. He was...

A 16 year old girl arrested by police in connection to the kidnapping of Michalis Lempidakis in Crete, was released on bail by a prosecutor. The girl testified that she was ordered by her father; one of the main suspects...

Michalis Lempidakis turned up to work in his plastics factory in Crete, only a day after police freed him from his kidnappers. The 54-year-old businessman, who spent six months in captivity, seemed in good spirits as he chatted to employees...

Abductions of renowned businessmen are not uncommon in Greece, though not nearly as common as in Asia, or Latin America. With the fortunate conclusion of 54-year-old businessman Michalis Lempidakis' kidnapping, here are three notable abduction cases from the past, that...

Greek police in Crete stormed a hideout near the town of Rethymno, where the businessman Michalis Lempidakis was being held hostage for six months. 54-year-old Lempidakis was found tied up by his kidnappers.  He was apparently in good health. According to reports,...

The advance premiere of the long-awaited "Nikos Kazantzakis" movie, took place in Herakleion, Crete on Wednesday, in the presence of director Yiannis Smaragdis and cast members. The long-awaited film about the life and travels of Nikos Kazantzakis, is out and will...