Plevris reveals mass messaging campaign directed refugees to Greece
Greek Migration Minister reveals smuggling networks sent mass messages directing refugees to Greece in July, calling it an “aggressive move” by criminal organizations.
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Papastavrou: No neighbor has say in marine parks – 25% cut in wholesale electricity prices
Greek Environment Minister announces 25% cut in wholesale electricity prices and defends marine park initiatives amid European cooperation efforts.
Kostis Hatzidakis: Thessaloniki upgrades its public transport with Europe’s most modern metro
Greece’s Deputy PM announces Thessaloniki metro extension to Kalamaria by Q1 2026, marking a major upgrade in the city’s public transportation system.
Greece phases out trolley buses: Deputy transport minister explains why
Greece’s deputy transport minister announces phase-out of trolley buses, 24-hour Metro service on Saturdays, and major rail safety upgrades following Tempe tragedy.
Greece reports over 1,000 deportations as migrant flows to Crete drop 80%
Greece reports over 1,000 deportations since asylum suspension law took effect, with migrant arrivals to Crete dropping 80% in August compared to July.
Parliament erupts with three new cases: Recovery Fund scandal
Greek Parliament faces explosive autumn with three major scandals: OPEKEPE 2 implicating 30+ MPs, Recovery Fund irregularities, and Daniel storm lawsuits.
Plevris: “NGOs cannot dictate policy” – Controls on open borders agenda
Greek Migration Minister announces NGO audits, emphasizing government authority over policy while introducing new criminalization measures for illegal migration.
New Democracy leads by 11.1 points over PASOK in latest poll
New Democracy maintains double-digit lead over PASOK despite polling losses, while undecided voters rise to 17.4%, reflecting political uncertainty.
Greece to unveil family support measures at TIF expo
Greece prepares comprehensive family support package worth €1.5 billion, focusing on tax cuts for middle class and demographic crisis solutions.
Akis Skertsos: “Second time left” nostalgic for bailouts, unable to learn
Greek Minister Skertsos criticizes SYRIZA’s costly proposals, warning they could return Greece to EU supervision and economic bailouts like past decade.
Athens mayor confirms pedestrianization of Queen Olga Avenue by November
Athens mayor announces completion of Queen Olga Avenue pedestrianization by November, creating low-traffic zone with 20-30 km/h speed limits for public transport.
Pavlos Marinakis against Alexis Tsipras: No one got richer under his rule
Greek government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis launches fierce attack on former PM Alexis Tsipras, claiming his administration impoverished all social classes.