Greece introduces stricter immigration bill targeting illegal migration
Greece introduces stricter immigration legislation targeting illegal migration with tougher penalties, extended detention periods, and streamlined deportation procedures.
Politics
Voridis on OPEKEPE: “Parliament is not a traffic cop, it must exercise its criminal jurisdiction”
Former Greek minister Makis Voridis defends his role in the OPEKEPE case, stating Parliament must exercise criminal jurisdiction and denying knowledge of violations.
Famellos: “Androulakis made a mistake” not signing joint proposal for OPEKEPE investigation
SYRIZA leader criticizes PASOK’s Androulakis for refusing joint opposition proposal on OPEKEPE corruption investigation, calls government committee hypocritical.
Libya’s new challenge backed by “Blue Homeland” – How Athens views Tripoli’s move
In a provocative move with clear guidance from Turkey, Libya proceeded to submit a verbal note to the UN on May 27, with a publication date of July 1, presenting the external limits of its…
SYRIZA shakeup signals election mode: New leadership trio emerges
SYRIZA undergoes major leadership reshuffle as Famellos assigns key roles to Polakis, Pappas, and Karameros while party prepares for potential elections.
Kimberly Guilfoyle cleared by Senate committee for US ambassador to Greece
Kimberly Guilfoyle moves closer to becoming US ambassador to Greece after Senate committee approval, with final confirmation vote pending.
Parliamentary clash between Hatzidakis and Androulakis over OPEKEPE
Greek Deputy PM Hatzidakis and PASOK leader Androulakis clash in Parliament over OPEKEPE investigation, trading accusations about corruption and political responsibility.
Gerapetritis Libya visit: Migration deal, EEZ tensions, Turkish-Libyan memo
Greek Foreign Minister Gerapetritis visits Libya for first time in three years, achieving migration cooperation deal while EEZ and Turkish memorandum issues remain unresolved.
Greek minister: Migrants denied asylum will return home
Greek minister announces tough stance on migration, stating migrants denied asylum will return home while police intensify operations in Roma settlements.
Greece faces water crisis: “Water reserves extremely low, we’re in emergency situation”
Greece faces severe water crisis with reserves 40% lower than last year. Officials declare emergency situation as third consecutive drought year hits the country.
New US bases on Greek islands: Bipartisan American initiative
Bipartisan US lawmakers introduce legislation for new American military bases on Greek islands, strengthening defense ties between Athens and Washington.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis on OPEKEPE from Karpenisi: We will get the money back from the thieves
Greek PM Mitsotakis promises to recover stolen EU agricultural funds, calls for investigation committee on OPEKEPE scandal while emphasizing political stability.