Alexis Tsipras: “I’m not withdrawing” – Interview reveals plans
Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras breaks silence in first interview since resigning from parliament, revealing future political plans and denying withdrawal from politics.
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Kerameos: 13-hour workday is exceptional, not the rule
Greek Labor Minister Kerameos clarifies controversial 13-hour workday provision, emphasizing it’s exceptional use only with employee consent, not mandatory rule.
Georgiadis: Tempi was a tragic accident, not for political exploitation
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis defends government response to Tempi tragedy, calling it a tragic accident that shouldn’t be exploited for political gain.
Stylianides: “Samaras expulsion could have been avoided”
New Democracy MP Euripides Stylianides discusses government weaknesses, Middle East policy, and suggests Samaras’ party expulsion could have been prevented.
Tsakalotos on Tsipras: “We haven’t spoken since 2023”
Former Finance Minister Tsakalotos reveals he hasn’t spoken to Tsipras since 2023, criticizing SYRIZA’s communication failures and political strategy.
Greece-Cyprus Ministers Advance Electric Grid Connection Project
Greece and Cyprus ministers meet to advance the GSI electric grid connection project, setting next steps as outlined by both countries’ leaders.
Greek FM praises Trump’s Gaza mediation as “major success”
Greek Foreign Minister praises Trump’s mediation in Gaza ceasefire, calls it “major success” but sidesteps Nobel Peace Prize question during Helsinki visit.
Bakogianni on Samaras: “If he wants to choose Tsipras’ path, good luck to him”
Greek MP Dora Bakogianni delivers sharp criticism of former PM Antonis Samaras, comparing his political path to that of opposition leader Tsipras.
OPEKEPE transfer to tax authority creates disruptions, warns MP
Greek MP warns that transferring agricultural payment agency OPEKEPE to tax authority creates major disruptions, affecting billions in farmer subsidies.
SYRIZA in the post-Tsipras era: Famellos meets MPs, Polakis sends SMS
SYRIZA enters post-Tsipras era as party president Famellos meets with MPs while former PM plans new political venture, creating uncertainty within ranks.
Greece-Russia crisis deepens over Macedonia and Cyprus remarks
Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson sparks diplomatic crisis with Greece over statements supporting Turkey and North Macedonia positions on Cyprus and naming disputes.
Mitsotakis stands with Karamanlis while Samaras excluded
Greek PM Mitsotakis appears alongside Karamanlis while Samaras remains notably absent from key party event, sending strong signals about New Democracy unity.