Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to address Parliament on Wednesday morning in a speech that carries particular political weight due to rapid developments in the Middle East. Although the discussion concerns the Interior Ministry’s bill on the diaspora electoral district and postal voting facilitation, government sources announce that the Prime Minister will extensively address the international situation and Greece’s stance toward the new crisis. The Prime Minister’s statement comes in the aftermath of escalation following attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran, as well as consequences already being felt in the broader Eastern Mediterranean region. Government staff remain on high alert, prioritizing the safety of Greek citizens in high-risk areas.
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Mitsotakis: Emergency session on Middle East
On the same day, at 1:00 PM, the National Foreign Policy Council will convene in emergency session under the chairmanship of Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis. The main subject of the meeting will be Middle East developments, situation assessment, and coordination of Greek diplomacy. The government seeks to form a unified national front for information and consultation, given the seriousness of developments. Greece, as a European Union member state with direct interests in the Eastern Mediterranean, closely monitors every change that could affect security, economy, and maritime navigation.
Mitsotakis meets with Androulakis
The 40-minute meeting between the Prime Minister and opposition leader Nikos Androulakis was particularly significant. Mr. Mitsotakis emphasized that the safe repatriation of stranded Greeks remains a top priority, noting that serious preparation has taken place, although difficulties persist as flights have not been restored. He also referred to the safety of Greek sailors and Greece’s assistance to Cyprus, emphasizing that any threat against an EU member state is unacceptable. “Our flag and our heart are with Cyprus,” he noted characteristically.
For his part, Mr. Androulakis stressed that there should be no scenario involving Greece in the war and that a European initiative for de-escalation is required. Government sources reported that the briefing took place in a good atmosphere, with the opposition leader departing while stating “all is well.”
