Why Alexis Tsipras is in no rush for his new party launch
Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras takes a measured approach to launching his new political party, telling associates “towards Easter and we’ll see” as he builds support.
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Greece weather alert: Risk Assessment Committee convenes as extreme weather threatens multiple regions
Greece braces for severe weather as Risk Assessment Committee convenes. Heavy storms to hit Ionian Sea, Epirus, and Peloponnese January 6-8.
Venezuela sparks first major political clash between Tsipras and Mitsotakis
Venezuela becomes flashpoint as Greek opposition leader Tsipras launches fierce attack on PM Mitsotakis over foreign policy stance and alliance with Trump.
Greek farmers escalate protests: Government weighs harsh measures
Greek farmers escalate protests with 48-hour blockades as government considers plan B with harsh sanctions and administrative penalties against demonstrators.
Government toughens stance as farmers receive €3.8bn in 2025
Greek government defends €3.8bn farmer support package while demanding end to blockades and dialogue participation from agricultural unions.
Georgios Autias: “New Democracy leads in polls, opposition rhetoric just empty threats”
MEP Georgios Autias discusses Greece’s political future, predicting New Democracy victory in upcoming elections while addressing housing crisis and pension reforms.
Greece as US “strategic backbone”: Message to Turkey or fragile alliance?
Expert analysis reveals how Greece becomes America’s strategic backbone in the Eastern Mediterranean, amid complex diplomatic relations with Turkey and NATO.
Pavlos Marinakis: Greek public universities enter 2026 without eternal students and 30% more funding
Greek universities undergo major reforms with 309,000 student removals, 30% funding increase, and new partnerships with Yale and Harvard by 2026.
Swiss resort tragedy: Greek Foreign Ministry expresses condolences
Greek Foreign Ministry expresses condolences for deadly explosion at Swiss ski resort Crans-Montana that killed at least 10 people during New Year’s celebrations.
Greek political leaders attend Orthodox New Year ceremony in Athens
Prime Minister Mitsotakis, President Tasoulas and top Greek political leaders attended the traditional Orthodox New Year service at Athens Cathedral.
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis receives New Year carol singers at Maximos Mansion
Greek PM Mitsotakis welcomes traditional New Year carol singers at Maximos Mansion, continuing festive traditions with his daughter Sofia.
Stavros Papastavrou outlines 2025 ministry achievements
Greek Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou highlights 11 key achievements in energy policy and environmental protection during 2025.