Sevi Voloudaki: Migration surge orchestrated as pressure tool
Greek minister says recent migration surge to Crete is orchestrated pressure tactic linked to Turkish-Libyan memorandum, announces immediate transfer plans.
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Migration crisis: EU Commission sounds alarm over rising flows to Crete
EU Commission raises alarm as Crete faces overwhelming migration surge from Libya. Island facilities at breaking point with hundreds arriving daily.
Maximos Mansion: Mitsotakis meets Archbishop Eugenios on Tuesday
Greek PM Mitsotakis meets Church of Crete leaders Tuesday over controversial amendment limiting metropolitan transfers, amid rising ecclesiastical tensions.
Georgiadis: “We don’t make policies for polls, no electoral law change”
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis discusses government policies, migration, and electoral law, stating measures aren’t made for polling numbers.
SYRIZA weighs polls for alliance with New Left party
SYRIZA officials signal readiness for alliance with New Left party as recent polls spark discussions about potential parliamentary cooperation between the parties.
Nikos Androulakis builds leadership profile through policy proposals
PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis outlined his government program at Thessaloniki Fair, calling for political change and rejecting cooperation with New Democracy.
Libya: Athens launches consultations with both Tripoli and Benghazi on maritime zones
Greece prepares to launch maritime zone negotiations with both Libyan governments, potentially starting technical talks as early as October 2024.
Government suddenly builds bridges with Antonis Samaras again
Greek government shifts tone toward former PM Antonis Samaras, with officials building bridges after months of political tensions and criticism.
Libya’s foreign minister arrives in Athens: Turkey-Libya deal under review
Libya’s foreign minister visits Athens to discuss the controversial Turkey-Libya maritime deal, EEZ delimitation, and energy cooperation amid regional tensions.
Mitsotakis: Chevron and Helleniq Energy participation recognizes Greece’s energy and geopolitical importance
Greek PM Mitsotakis highlights Chevron’s energy investment significance, announces major tax relief measures benefiting 4 million taxpayers worth €1.7 billion.
Greece’s UN letter rejects Turkey-Libya maritime deal (Documents)
Greece formally rejects Turkey-Libya maritime deal in official UN letter, defending Greek islands’ rights and challenging Libya’s EEZ claims in Eastern Mediterranean.
GPO poll: Inflation and corruption hurt Mitsotakis government
New GPO poll reveals inflation and corruption as major challenges for Greek PM Mitsotakis’ government, while New Democracy gains slightly amid political turbulence.