Politics
Farmers’ protests escalate as political veterans express concerns about democracy
The stand-off between Greece’s government and protesting farmers intensified on Monday after demonstrators forced the closure of Iraklio airport in Crete, a dramatic escalation that underscored the depth of rural anger and placed fresh pressure on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s administration.
Athens presses Benghazi in bid to block ratification of Turkish–Libyan maritime pact
Athens has sought to further enhance its relations with Benghazi, primarily aiming to convince the parliament there not to ratify the 2019 Turkish–Libyan maritime memorandum, which Greece rejects as illegal.
PM’s rivals rally to farmers’ cause as protests continue across country
The confrontation between Greece’s government and protesting farmers has become the dominant theme of the domestic political agenda, exposing cracks within the ruling party and offering fertile ground for opposition manoeuvring.
Mitsotakis showcases justice reforms as opposition raises concerns over spyware case
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, whose government has repeatedly been accused of compromising the rule of law, has mounted a defence of his government’s record on justice reform, arguing that the system that is becoming faster, fairer and more credible.
Tsipras takes stage for launch of book and would-be political manifesto
Alexis Tsipras stepped onto the stage at the Pallas Theatre in central Athens on Wednesday night ostensibly to present his new book, Ithaki, but the atmosphere, the crowd, and above all the content of his speech transformed the event into a declaration of political intent.
Farmers’ fury grows as government scrambles for response
Greece’s farmers are intensifying their mobilisation, choking highways and border crossings with tractors as anger over subsidies and systemic dysfunction boils over, prompting the government to search for ways to quell the protests.
On UK roadshow, Mitsotakis delivers message of stability at home and resilience abroad
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis used his visit to the United Kingdom on Monday to deliver two carefully calibrated messages, tailored to different audiences but united by a common theme: Greece’s transformation from crisis‑ridden outlier to stable, reform‑driven European partner.
Farmers dig in as clashes and political tension escalate
Greece’s farmers have turned simmering frustration into a full‑blown confrontation with the government, blocking highways, clashing with police and demanding immediate payment of subsidies and compensation.
Athens takes stance on peace in Ukraine, faces stalemate in relations with Turkey
EU and NATO leaders, along with members of the so‑called “coalition of the willing,” are currently assessing the situation in Ukraine. Recent peace talks have gained momentum, but European leaders remain focused on securing a just and lasting peace for the country.
Time running out for government action out as water crisis deepens
The Greek government is confronting a mounting water crisis that has pushed Attica to the brink of emergency status and forced ministers to admit that “difficult decisions” can no longer be delayed.