In a heated session of the Greek Parliament, a preliminary investigative committee on the Tempi train collision voted to summon former minister Christos Triantopoulos to testify, prompting a walkout by six opposition parties. Accusing the ruling New Democracy party of undermining the probe, opposition leaders decried the move as a constitutional violation and a cover-up, casting a shadow over the pursuit of justice in one of Greece’s deadliest rail disasters.
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The Greek Parliament will elect a new Speaker on Wednesday following Konstantinos Tasoulas’ resignation after his nomination for President of the Republic. Nikitas Kaklamanis, backed by New Democracy, PASOK, SYRIZA, and other parties, is expected to win with a broad majority. The New Left and KKE will declare their presence, while a handover ceremony will follow the election.
Greece’s parliament ratified two military agreements with Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in defence cooperation. Supported by major political parties, the agreements aim to enhance strategic ties amidst Greece’s pivotal geostrategic position.
The Prosecutor of the Supreme Court, Georgia Adilini, has ordered an investigation into allegations of fraud during the recent European elections. The directive follows complaints by Kyriakos Velopoulos and former MEP Georgios Kyrtsos, prompting swift action to examine electoral integrity concerns.
New Democracy leads the European elections in Greece, securing 28.31% of the vote and seven seats in the European Parliament. SYRIZA follows with 14.92% and four seats, while PASOK, Elliniki Lysi, and KKE also gain representation. Niki, Plefsi Eleftherias, and Voice of Logic surpass the 3% threshold to enter the European Parliament.