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PM stands firm on festive blockades as farmers demand policies, not policing As Greeks set out from the cities for the festive season, their journeys have been slowed by continuing farmers’ blockades on national roads – a disruption caused by the political confrontation between the government and the agricultural community.
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Tension over financial checks on Tempe families indicative of new faultline in Greek politics The fallout from Greece’s deadliest rail disaster continues to reverberate nearly three years on, as the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) launches a financial investigation into the association formed by families of the victims.
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SYRIZA leader renews call for progressive unity as party’s drift to margins continues SYRIZA leader Sokratis Famellos has issued a renewed call for Greece’s progressive forces to set aside differences and work together as opinion polls continue to indicate that he outcome of the next elections will be inconclusive.
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Government suffers as farmers vow to continue protests The confrontation between Greek farmers and the government has entered a decisive phase, with both sides hardening their positions as Christmas approaches.
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Opinion polls suggest dispute with farmers has weakened ND's support The ongoing dispute between the government and protesting farmers is taking a political toll on the ruling New Democracy party, according to the latest crop of opinion polls.
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PM touts strong economy and housing measures but voters focus on everyday worries PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis hit back at his critics in the budget debate on Tuesday, by unveiling new measures to tackle the housing crisis and defending his tough stance on the ongoing farmers’ protests.
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PM faces new challenges as public sides with farmers, Tsipras questions recovery The parliamentary debate over next year’s budget is due to conclude with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis intervention this Tuesday. His comments will be made against the backdrop of an ongoing protest by farmers, which seems to have significant public support, and the questioning of Greece’s recovery under the New Democracy administration by former PM Alexis Tsipras, who may emerge as Mitsotakis’s main rival in the months ahead.
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Farmers' demands and govt red lines keep Greece in deadlock The confrontation between Greece’s government and protesting farmers remains unresolved, with both sides hardening their positions.
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Eurogroup presidency hailed as pinnacle of recovery as OPEKEPE hearings descend into turmoil The election of Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis as president of the Eurogroup has been welcomed by forces across the political spectrum in Greece as the final recognition of the country’s comeback from the financial crisis.
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Pressure from government MPs pushes PM towards resolution with farmers New Democracy lawmakers are demanding more action from the leadership to address the demands of farmers who have turned against the government in rural constituencies. Feeling the heat from among its own ranks as well as escalating protests across the country, the PM’s office looks set to attempt a resolution over the coming days.