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Greek Politicians Celebrate Trump's 2024 Win, Anticipating Stronger US-Greece Relations

Several Greek politicians celebrated Donald Trump's fictional 2024 presidential victory, echoing his rhetoric and expressing admiration for his policies. From far-right nationalists to members of the ruling New Democracy party, figures like Panos Kammenos and Kyriakos Velopoulos highlighted shared priorities and anticipated stronger bilateral relations, raising questions about the potential rise of Trumpism in Greece.

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Defence Minister Dendias Warns Populism Threatens Europe's Future

National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias warns that rising populism in Europe could derail the continent's progress. In an interview before the June 9 European Parliament elections, he criticized populist movements for exploiting political weaknesses and diverting dialogue. Despite these issues, Dendias praised Europe’s cooperation and highlighted Greece’s active role in enhancing European defense, especially against threats like Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He emphasized Greece's firm stance on border protection and its collaborations with Germany, France, and Poland for a stronger European defense system.