Greek opposition leader Sokratis Famellos has urged the government to join other European nations in condemning Israel’s actions in Gaza, warning that continued silence amounts to complicity. Calling for a clear stance in support of peace and humanitarian aid, Famellos criticized Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for failing to act as civilian casualties mount in the conflict.
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Adidas’ drone show at Zappeion Megaron on May 15, 2025, has sparked backlash for allegedly exploiting Greece’s cultural heritage. The company and the Civil Aviation Authority claim the event, featuring a giant sports shoe projection, was fully permitted and limited to Zappeion, with no Acropolis imagery used
The Greek Ministry of Culture will sue those behind an unauthorized drone show above the Acropolis, allegedly by a sportswear company. Images of drones forming a shoe and logo sparked backlash, with SYRIZA calling it an “offensive commercialization” of Greece’s heritage.
Stefanos Kasselakis, leader of Greece’s Democracy Movement, accused Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of being the “moral instigator” of major crimes, including the Tempe train disaster cover-up, during a fiery MEGA interview. Collaborating with Zoe Konstantopoulou, Kasselakis is pushing for indictments against political figures and called on the Greek people to dismantle the “rotten political system.”
Stefanos Kasselakis, former SYRIZA leader and Movement for Democracy president, was convicted on May 8, 2025, for violating Greek foreign asset laws. Sentenced to a 30-month suspended term and a €50,000 fine, the case involved his U.S.-based company’s funding of SYRIZA media. Despite claims of ignorance and a prosecutor’s acquittal recommendation, the Athens court ruled against him, marking a pivotal moment in his political career.
The Greek Competition Commission has launched a probe into the country’s ferry sector, investigating potential anti-competitive practices by a handful of dominant companies. SYRIZA’s Giorgos Karameros accused the government of enabling a “ferry cartel,” claiming two corporate groups control over 60% of the fleet, inflating ticket prices while the state subsidizes unprofitable routes. The investigation will scrutinize the sector’s oligopolistic structure and its impact on consumers.
Greece’s opposition parties demand a probe into alleged ties between the ruling New Democracy party and Blue Skies, a PR firm accused of shadow financing and online propaganda. The scandal involves senior party figures, including EPP’s Thanasis Bakolas, and social media attacks linked to the 2023 Tempi train crash.
A heated confrontation erupted in the Greek Parliament between Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and SYRIZA MP Pavlos Polakis, as the two exchanged sharp accusations over the privatization of the sugar factory in Platy and the Greek National Health Insurance Fund. The fiery debate quickly escalated into personal insults, prompting committee chairman George Stylios to suspend the session and report the incident to the President of the Parliament. The exchange highlights the ongoing tensions between the two lawmakers and their respective political factions.
The investigating judge for the Tempe case is examining potential criminal acts by seven former Secretaries General of Infrastructure and Transport. Prosecutions are expected by mid-May for their roles during the delayed implementation of Contract 717, among other issues, from 2016 until the tragedy.
A special Parliamentary committee has concluded its investigation into former Deputy Minister Christos Triantopoulos over his handling of the 2023 Tempi rail crash, recommending his indictment for breach of duty. The ruling New Democracy party supported the proposal, while opposition parties criticized the process as politically motivated and rushed. A parliamentary vote on whether to indict Triantopoulos will take place on April 11.
Nikolas Farantouris is a SYRIZA/the Left MEP, a Member of the European Parliament’s Committee on…
The Tempe tragedy has sparked a surprising political shift, propelling the small leftist party Course for Freedom, led by Zoe Konstantopoulou, from 4% to 14% in recent polls. With a fragmented center-left and a commanding presence, Konstantopoulou’s blend of legal skill and patriotic rhetoric is reshaping Greece’s opposition landscape—for now.
He reaffirmed SYRIZA’s commitment to supporting the descendants of Greek-Anatolian refugees.
Türkiye demanded an explanation from Greece after Greek Armed Forces members shouted ‘impertinent’ slogans insulting Türkiye during an Athens parade. Greece’s Defense Ministry launched a probe, as SYRIZA called the act ‘unacceptable.
A viral video of Naval Academy students chanting ‘Cyprus is Greek’ and cursing Turkey during Athens’ March 25 parade has sparked outrage. Military probes and opposition criticism follow, with disciplinary measures looming.
A new Opinion Poll for Action24 shows New Democracy leading with 28.1% voter preference, while Course of Freedom climbs to 15.9%, overtaking PASOK at 14.3%. Kyriakos Mitsotakis remains the top prime ministerial pick at 25.2%, though 33.8% prefer no one. With 48.2% favoring a full term and 80.2% seeing the Tempi protests as a systemic wake-up call, stability is a key concern for 77.8% of Greeks.
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.
Greek singer Antonis Remos, in an interview on Alpha TV’s “Autopsy,” expressed that Kyriakos Mitsotakis deserves to govern, while reflecting on Alexis Tsipras’s tenure and criticizing the Prespa Agreement as “criminal.” He emphasized artists should avoid political agendas and highlighted the tax burden on the middle class.
The Hellenic Parliament has finalised a 27-member preliminary inquiry committee to investigate potential responsibilities in the Tempi railway disaster. The inquiry will focus on former Deputy Minister Christos Triantopoulos, following allegations of tampering with the accident scene. With representatives from all major parties, the committee has two months to complete its work. Kefalonian MP Panagis Kappatos is expected to chair the confidential proceedings, which will be conducted behind closed doors.
7,000 Christians and Alawites have been “slaughtered” in Syria according to Greek Member of the…
Radical changes are expected in the Greek government lineup following the no-confidence motion debate, with at least 10 deputy ministers set to be removed and key figures like Adonis Georgiadis and Kostis Hatzidakis shifting roles. Meanwhile, the government demands the expulsion of SYRIZA MP Andreas Panagiotopoulos for his inflammatory remarks against Prime Minister Mitsotakis and PASOK leader Androulakis, accusing him of fostering toxicity and undermining democracy.
Dimitris Kyriazidis, a New Democracy MP, faces potential expulsion after insulting Zoe Konstantopoulou during a no-confidence debate. Kyriazidis shouted “Go have a baby” while Konstantopoulou was speaking, leading Prime Minister Mitsotakis to demand an immediate apology or face expulsion.
Tensions run high in the Greek Parliament as political leaders prepare for a decisive roll-call vote on the no-confidence motion. PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis accused the government of lacking empathy, while Justice Minister George Florides fired back, claiming PASOK now follows SYRIZA’s disruptive tactics. Meanwhile, Dora Bakoyannis clashed with opposition MPs, criticizing their stance as prejudged and unethical. With fierce debates and strong reactions on all sides, the outcome of tonight’s vote could have significant political repercussions.
In a dramatic turn of events, Nikos Androulakis of PASOK has submitted a motion of no confidence against the Greek government, targeting Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Supported by 85 MPs from various opposition parties, this move has led to an immediate disruption in parliamentary proceedings, setting the stage for a critical three-day debate culminating in a vote on Friday. The motion highlights the opposition’s critique of the government’s handling of the Tempe tragedy, with accusations of negligence and corruption.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis dismissed a no-confidence motion tabled by opposition parties, calling it an “alliance of nihilists without any proposal.” The motion, led by PASOK and supported by SYRIZA, Nea Aristera, and Plefsi Eleftherias, is the second attempt to challenge his government. Confident in his party’s majority, Mitsotakis insisted the motion would fail, reaffirming New Democracy’s unity. The three-day parliamentary debate will conclude with a vote on Friday, where the government is expected to prevail.
Greek political leaders are set to debate the tragic Tempi train accident in Parliament today, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis opening the session. The debate follows a request from SYRIZA and KKE, and PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis is expected to introduce a motion of censure against the government based on recent findings from the National Organization for Investigating Air and Rail Accidents. The motion requires 50 MP signatures, with PASOK currently holding 32. The debate will culminate in a vote, potentially reshaping the political landscape in Greece.
The progressive opposition parties will table a motion of no-confidence today against the centre-right New Democracy party amid accusations of alleged efforts to protect politicians responsible for a deadly train accident that killed 57 people, mainly young
The Greek Parliament has voted to launch a preliminary investigation into former Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Christos Triantopoulos, over possible offences related to the deadly Tempi train crash. The motion passed with 277 votes, prompting Triantopoulos to resign, stating that “politics is not a profession for me.” His resignation follows that of Civil Protection Secretary General Vassilis Papageorgiou. Opposition parties, including PASOK and SYRIZA, agreed on the scope of the inquiry, which also touches on broader governance issues such as inflation and the rule of law.
Greek opposition parties have intensified their criticism of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis ahead of parliamentary debates on the Tempi train disaster. Following mass protests on the tragedy’s second anniversary, PASOK and SYRIZA accused Mitsotakis of evading responsibility, while Nea Aristera leader Alexis Charitsis called for his resignation. Mitsotakis urged trust in the judicial investigation as Parliament prepares to debate the issue on March 5.
The European Parliament voted to lift the immunity of Greek MEPs Alexis Georgoulis and Maria Spyraki. Georgoulis faces rape allegations, while Spyraki is under investigation for fraud related to her parliamentary allowances. Both immunity waivers were approved following requests from Belgian authorities and the European Public Prosecutor’s Office.
