Greek minister reveals 6,000 tax IDs probed in OPEKEPE fraud scandal
Greek minister reveals massive fraud probe: 6,000 tax IDs investigated in OPEKEPE scandal. Criminal organization suspected as investigation expands nationwide.
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Greece’s new migration bill ends “asylum shopping” phenomenon
Greece’s new migration bill introduces stricter penalties for illegal residence, reduces asylum application deadlines, and ends “asylum shopping” practices
Greece-Libya maritime zone talks resume amid complex diplomacy
Greece resumes maritime talks with Libya after 14-year pause while managing multiple diplomatic fronts including Cyprus energy projects and UN meetings.
Marinakis on Cyprus electrical connection: “Project cannot proceed without Cyprus”
Greek government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis declares Cyprus essential for major European energy project, while addressing migration and economic reforms.
Pavlos Marinakis: Greek PM to announce tax cuts for all citizens
Greek government spokesperson announces major tax reform at trade fair, promising cuts for all citizens while addressing agricultural scandal and political opposition.
Kyranakis: Νew era for the country’s railway and urban transport systems
Greece introduces digital cameras on highways by Christmas and launches railway modernization with automatic braking systems and 24-hour metro service.
OPEKEPE scandal: Criminal investigation reveals €382,000 fraud
Greek authorities uncover major agricultural subsidy fraud involving 16 tax numbers and €382,000 in illegal payments as criminal investigation expands.
New railway safety systems installed on 100 trains amid major reforms
Greece implements major railway safety reforms with automatic braking on 100 trains, strict penalties for violations, and 24-hour weekend metro service starting September.
Government launches autumn “counteroffensive” against high prices
Greek government launches comprehensive anti-inflation measures including minimum wage hikes, tax cuts, and pension increases to combat rising cost of living.
Government advisors urge Mitsotakis to extend olive branch to Karamanlis and Samaras
Government advisors are reportedly urging Greek PM Mitsotakis to reconcile with former PMs Karamanlis and Samaras amid political pressure and party unity concerns.
Alexis Tsipras book set for late November release – Key points from Economist conference speech
Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras finalizes book on 2015 crisis, set for November release. Plans major speech at Economist conference criticizing current government policies.
Sinai Monastery crisis threatens Greece-Egypt agreement
Greek government fears Sinai Monastery crisis could derail crucial agreement with Egypt as rebel monks challenge Archbishop Damianos’s authority.