Politics
Merkel backing for name deal overshadowed by coalition leaders' crucial talks
German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s visit to Athens has largely been overshadowed by growing speculation about whether Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’s government is on the brink of collapse.
Tsipras maps out path to next elections via Prespes Agreement and possible confidence vote
Alexis Tsipras has clarified his plans for the coming weeks, including his intention to call for a confidence vote in Parliament should his coalition partner, Independent Greeks (ANEL) leader Panos Kammenos, decide to withdraw his support for the coalition.
Tsipras and Kammenos ready to call time on coalition after agreeing Friday meeting
Alexis Tsipras and Panos Kammenos are due to meet on Friday to hammer out the details of the official separation between SYRIZA and Independent Greeks (ANEL), paving the way for the prime minister to continue as the head of a minority government.
SYRIZA confident of survival beyond name deal, confidence vote
SYRIZA is showing no intention of giving up power when its coalition partner, Independent Greeks (ANEL), departs the government as the opposition parties do not have enough support to win a no-confidence vote and the leftists believe that they can find enough willing MPs outside the party to help them continue governing.
Kammenos prepares to quit coalition amid ANEL unrest, issues to settle with PM
The much-advertised split between SYRIZA and Independent Greeks (ANEL) seems to be just days away, ending their four-year association in government and leaving Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’s party to fend for itself until national elections are called.
Novartis affair moves back to political centre stage as accusations fly
The Novartis affair is well and truly back on the political centre stage in Greece, with accusations being traded regarding interference in the judicial system and the rule of law being compromised.
SYRIZA states intention to continue as minority govt after ANEL leaves coalition
The government has reiterated its intention to continue in office after the vote on the Prespes Agreement, despite the expected departure of junior coalition partner Independent Greeks (ANEL) from the administration.
Tsipras looking to build momentum for elections after vote on name deal
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is due to start 2019 with the hope that he has the votes he needs to secure a parliamentary majority to ratify the Prespes Agreement, and then use that a springboard for the upcoming general elections.
Macedonia name deal enters crucial and contentious phase
An intensification of the processes and political developments regarding the Macedonia name deal is expected at the beginning of 2019.
Tsipras facing decision over timing of vote on Prespes Agreement
The moment is approaching when Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will have to take some vital decisions regarding the Macedonia name agreement, which looks set to trigger the end of SYRIZA’s coalition with Independent Greeks (ANEL).