Greek health minister shares American tourist’s praise for free healthcare system
American tourist praises Greece’s free healthcare system on TikTok, comparing it favorably to expensive US medical care after his daughter received treatment.
Politics
Prime minister travels to Madrid: Meetings with Sánchez and King Felipe VI
Greek PM Mitsotakis visits Madrid for historic bilateral talks with Spanish PM Sánchez and King Felipe VI, marking first such visit in 13 years.
Mitsotakis at anniversary event: “Greeks can feel safe with New Democracy”
Greek PM Mitsotakis marks 10 years as party leader, promises responsible governance and criticizes populist politics at anniversary event in Athens.
Mercosur-EU agreement: How Greek producers and 21 Greek PDO products will be protected
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement creates new opportunities for Greek exporters while protecting 21 Greek PDO products from imitation and establishing safeguards.
Mitsotakis on TikTok: 308,000 “ghost students” removed from Greek universities
Greek PM Mitsotakis announces removal of 308,000 “ghost students” from university rolls and ends decades-long practice of campus occupations in 2025.
Greek Parliament passes military reform bill with 160 votes
Greek Parliament approves major military reform bill with 160 votes, introducing comprehensive changes to Armed Forces including voluntary service for women.
Primary sector committee: Parliament to vote on cross-party proposal
Greek Parliament set to establish cross-party committee for agricultural reform with 26 members from all parties following PM Mitsotakis’ proposal.
SYRIZA sends warning message as party members consider joining Karystianos
SYRIZA expels member as warning to others considering joining Karystianos’s political movement. Key party figures clarify loyalty amid growing tensions.
Greek PM schedules Tuesday the 13th meeting with farmers
Greek Prime Minister schedules crucial meeting with protesting farmers for Tuesday January 13th, as government sets two key conditions for dialogue.
Kimberly Guilfoyle meets allies to plan America’s 250th anniversary
US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle meets with allies in Athens to plan America’s 250th independence anniversary celebrations in democracy’s birthplace.
Political “earthquake” in Cyprus: Video sparks bribery allegations
Viral video sparks political crisis in Cyprus with corruption allegations against President Christodoulides’ campaign financing, triggering swift opposition demands.
Mitsotakis cancels Germany trip due to severe weather conditions
Greek PM Mitsotakis cancels planned Germany visit due to extreme weather, missing key meeting with Chancellor Merz and CDU leadership in Mainz.