Constantine Tassoulas Archives

British Museum’s Latest Trustees Stir Debate Over Stolen Antiquities

The British Museum’s new trustees, including anti-restitution author Tiffany Jenkins, step into a heated debate over the Parthenon Marbles. As Greece pushes for their return, the appointments signal a firm stance on keeping the ancient sculptures in London.

IOC Session Kicks Off in Ancient Olympia with Greek Support for Olympic Ideals

The 144th IOC Session opened ceremonially in Ancient Olympia on Tuesday, with Hellenic Republic President Constantine Tassoulas welcoming global delegates to the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Ahead of the formal session at Costa Navarino from March 19-21, where Thomas Bach’s successor will be elected, Tassoulas pledged Greece’s support for the Olympic movement. Bach hailed athletes as peace ambassadors, while an olive tree planting symbolized unity before his meeting with Tassoulas at the Archaeological Museum.

Greece Offers Support to North Macedonia After Tragic Kočani Fire

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, President Constantine Tassoulas, and Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis expressed deep condolences to North Macedonia following a deadly nightclub fire in Kočani. Offering support ranging from rescue teams to medical aid, Greece pledged solidarity with its neighbor as leaders mourned the loss of life and wished a speedy recovery to the injured in the wake of the tragic dawn blaze.

Greek Lawmakers Elect Parthenon Sculptures Advocate as New President

Athens, Greece – In a historic move, Greek lawmakers have elected Constantine Tassoulas, a former parliament speaker and a leading advocate for the return of the disputed Parthenon sculptures from the British Museum, as the country’s new president.”

Greek Presidential Vote Stalemate: Third Round Fails to Produce Winner

Greece’s presidential election remains in deadlock after a third round of parliamentary voting failed to produce a winner. With no candidate securing the required 180 votes, a fourth and decisive vote will take place on February 12, where only a simple majority of 151 votes is needed. Opposition leader Socratis Famellos has called on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to withdraw ruling party candidate Constantine Tassoulas, citing a lack of broad support and growing public distrust. The political impasse intensifies as parties strategize ahead of the final vote.

Nikitas Kaklamanis Elected Speaker of the Hellenic Parliament with Broad Support

Nikitas Kaklamanis has been elected Speaker of the Greek Parliament with 247 votes, supported by MPs from New Democracy, PASOK, SYRIZA, and others. In his acceptance speech, Kaklamanis emphasised Parliament’s role in fostering civic education and called for unity and ethical leadership to address Greece’s challenges, urging MPs to rise above partisan divisions.

Greece Nominates Parliament Speaker Constantine Tassoulas as Next President

Greece’s conservative government has nominated Parliament Speaker Constantine Tassoulas as the country’s next president. Tassoulas, a strong advocate for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, previously served as culture minister and played a key role in the campaign to reclaim the sculptures from the British Museum.

Greek Leaders Ring in New Year with Athens Church Liturgy

Greek leaders, including President Katerina Sakellaropoulou and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, attended the New Year’s liturgy at Athens Metropolitan Church, led by Archbishop Ieronymos. The ceremony highlighted unity and tradition as the nation welcomed 2025.