The Greek government tabled a draft law in Parliament to expand postal voting for Greek…
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Greece’s Ombudsman has raised serious concerns about a new migration bill introduced by the centre-right…
The Greek Parliament is debating a new immigration bill that the government says will overhaul…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented a wide-ranging package of legislative initiatives during a Cabinet meeting…
The Greek government plans to allow Greeks living abroad to directly elect three members of…
Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias defended a proposed reform of the country’s armed forces, describing…
Greek Interior Minister Thodoris Livanios announced plans to introduce landmark legislation in 2026 that would expand the use of postal voting to include Greeks living abroad in national elections, removing significant barriers to participation. The measure requires a two-thirds parliamentary majority to pass.
Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis declared that his election as president…
The Greek Parliament begins today a five-day plenary debate on the 2026 State Budget, a…
The Greek Parliament has approved a €650 million deal to acquire 36 advanced PULS rocket artillery systems from Israel’s Elbit Systems to bolster defenses along the border with Turkey and protect Aegean islands.
US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle paid her first courtesy visit to the Greek Parliament, where she was welcomed by Speaker Nikitas Kaklamanis with a red rose and discussed bilateral relations in a warm 15-minute meeting.
The Greek Parliament has approved a 40-year concession for the construction and operation of a new mega-yacht marina on Corfu. The project, led by Lamda Marinas in partnership with the Corfu Port Authority and Greece’s Superfund, aims to enhance luxury tourism on the island, despite opposition from several political parties.
The Greek Parliament’s Special Committee is investigating the oversight and administration of EU-funded agricultural subsidy…
In a major step for Greece’s energy future, Chevron and Helleniq Energy have secured rights to explore four offshore blocks south of Crete and the Peloponnese. The sole bidders in a 2025 international tender, the US-Greek consortium will begin seismic surveys and exploratory drilling under contracts set for parliamentary approval as early as November. With ExxonMobil already active west of Crete, American energy giants now control vast Greek seabed areas—potentially holding 680 billion cubic meters of natural gas—strengthening U.S. influence in the Eastern Mediterranean.
A “paper war” of announcements has erupted between the Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, and the Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, after recent changes to the law governing the cleaning and maintenance of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens.
The Greek Parliament clashed over an amendment to protect the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, with PM Mitsotakis defending its transfer to the Ministry of Defense. Opposition leaders accused the government of suppressing protests, while Defense Minister Dendias’ dissent hinted at internal rifts, exposing deep divisions over the national symbol.
The Greek Parliament on Thursday rejected opposition appeals claiming unconstitutionality of a government amendment concerning…
Greek Parliament passed a controversial labor bill with 158 votes, criticized for enabling a 13-hour workday. Unions, striking twice, argue it undermines workers’ rights, while the Labor Ministry claims it protects salaries and offers family-related benefits.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined Greece’s strategic vision during a parliamentary debate on foreign policy, calling for unity across party lines and emphasizing diplomacy, deterrence, and economic strength. He highlighted Greece’s emergence as a regional energy hub, reaffirmed its commitment to international law and stability, and stressed structured dialogue with Turkiye, support for a two-state solution in the Middle East, and a fair resolution to the Cyprus issue. Mitsotakis asserted that Greece now stands as a confident, equal partner within the EU and NATO.
Panos Ruci, father of a Tempe train disaster victim, ends his 23-day hunger strike. He calls for transparency as the investigation into his son’s death is reopened.
Greece has approved the purchase of a fourth Belharra frigate, “Themistocles”, for €809 million. The first frigate “Kimon” arrives this December, followed by “Nearchos” in spring 2026, marking a major upgrade for the Hellenic Navy.
The Greek Parliament passed a bill from the Ministry of Migration and Asylum titled “Reform…
Greek Migration and Asylum Minister Thanos Plevris reiterated the government’s strict stance on irregular migration during a visit to the Amygdaleza detention center, stressing that under a new bill, migrants without legal status will face either imprisonment or return, as Athens seeks to accelerate deportations.
Greece may extend its suspension of asylum application processing for migrants arriving from North Africa if arrivals from Libya rise again, Migration Minister Thanos Plevris said. The measure, introduced last month, has already led to a sharp drop in arrivals on Crete, while new legislation is being prepared to impose prison terms on those entering illegally without grounds for asylum.
Athens, July 31, 2025 – A dramatic power struggle is unfolding at the historic Saint…
A new bill introduced in the Greek Parliament on Friday aims to grant legal status…
In a landmark decision, the Greek Parliament voted 157-6 to refer former Transport Minister Kostas Achilleas Karamanlis to a Judicial Council for his alleged role in the Tempi train disaster. Accused of breaching his duties by failing to secure adequate funding for the Hellenic Railways Organization, Karamanlis now faces a thorough judicial investigation. The move, amid heated parliamentary debates and opposition walkouts, underscores ongoing tensions and calls for constitutional reform in Greece.
Greek lawmakers convened on Tuesday to debate whether former Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis should face prosecution for alleged breach of duty in connection with the fatal Tempi rail disaster. The decision, based on a parliamentary investigation, will be made in a secret ballot later in the day.
Greece will temporarily suspend asylum applications from migrants arriving by boat from Africa, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced in Parliament. The emergency measure, set to last three months, includes the arrest and detention of irregular arrivals, the creation of closed migrant centers in Crete, and enhanced cooperation with Libya to prevent departures.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to announce tougher immigration measures in Parliament today, signaling a sharp shift in policy amid rising migrant arrivals from Libya. The new approach includes a “return or prison” ultimatum for those denied asylum, with the government pledging strict enforcement and no tolerance for irregular migration, especially during the peak tourist season.
