Politics
Supreme Court’s decision not to reopen spyware probe triggers political storm
Greece’s long‑running wiretapping scandal returned to the centre of political life on Monday after the Supreme Court prosecutor decided not to reopen the Predator spyware case, despite a lower court’s explicit request for further investigation into possible espionage offences and additional suspects.
Macron’s visit to Athens delivers agreements, messages and political meaning
Emmanuel Macron’s two‑day visit to Athens unfolded as a dense, symbol‑laden and strategically significant moment for both countries, but also with implications for Europe more broadly.
EU prosecutor challenges government’s narrative on corruption
Laura Kövesi arrived at the Delphi Economic Forum this week at a moment when the government has spent weeks questioning the motives, methods and legitimacy of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO).
Support measures bring Mitsotakis temporary relief as OPEKEPE headache persists
The latest raft of support measures unveiled, and a unified stance by his parliamentary party, have helped to alleviate the pressure on PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Government launches new support package as ratings plummet
PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to announce a fresh round of support measures aimed at cushioning the effects of the Middle East energy crisis, based on improved fiscal performance.
Macron visit to herald deepening of Greek-French defence and energy ties
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Athens this week comes with unusual strategic weight, reflecting not only the deepening ties between France and Greece but also the broader recalibration underway within Europe’s security and economic architecture.
Immunity vote becomes test of nerve for New Democracy as public support slips
A new poll showing New Democracy slipping three points in a month and a public that attributes the OPEKEPE scandal primarily to political interventions sets a stark backdrop for Wednesday’s parliamentary vote on lifting the immunity of 13 government MPs.
Ministerial resignation adds to pressure on PM as Tsipras prepares for return to arena
The resignation of Deputy Agriculture Minister Makarios Lazaridis has done little to ease the political turbulence engulfing the Greek government.
Mitsotakis and Androulakis clash over rule of law as probability of early polls grows
Thursday’s parliamentary debate on the state of the rule of law unfolded as one of the most confrontational sessions of the current term, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis trading accusations over surveillance, corruption, and institutional integrity.
Milestone drilling agreement yields rare good news moment for embattled Mitsotakis
Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou hailed a historic moment for Greece’s energy security at the signing of an agreement that could see the first offshore drilling in the country’s waters in over four decades.