Diamantopoulos: “New Democracy is PASOK’s political rival until elections”
PASOK leader declares New Democracy as main political rival until elections, rejecting any cooperation talks while addressing Greece’s economic challenges.
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Turkey escalates “Blue Homeland” rhetoric: Athens prepares response scenarios
Greece prepares response scenarios as Turkey escalates Blue Homeland rhetoric, with diplomatic tensions rising over Aegean maritime disputes and territorial claims.
New Democracy secretary election set for early June: favorites and scenarios
New Democracy’s Political Committee will meet in early June to elect a new party secretary, with several candidates emerging as favorites for this critical role.
New Left faces mass exodus as five MPs prepare to quit for Tsipras party
Five prominent New Left MPs prepare to quit party on Friday to join Alexis Tsipras’s new political venture, signaling major upheaval in Greece’s left-wing politics.
Alexis Tsipras rallies youth before new party launch May 26
Former PM Alexis Tsipras rallies Greek youth before launching new political party May 26, addressing employment, housing crisis, and education reform.
Famellos calls Polakis attack “offensive,” expulsion expected
SYRIZA leader Famellos calls Polakis expulsion justified after offensive attack, emphasizes Tsipras’s crucial role in forming progressive coalition for elections.
Pavlos Marinakis on Patriot withdrawal: “No connection to any Turkey developments”
Greek government spokesman denies Patriot missile withdrawal signals weakness toward Turkey, calling it purely operational decision after Defense Ministry assessment.
Dimitris Natsios: “Open” to collaboration with Karystianos, doesn’t think Samaras will form party
Greek Victory party leader Dimitris Natsios discusses potential political collaborations, Cyprus defense issues, and cultural controversies in revealing interview.
Greece deploys Mirage 2000-5 jets to replace Patriot systems
Greece redeploys Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Karpathos replacing Patriot systems in strategic military move, officials deny any connection to Turkey developments.
Karahalios defiant after lawsuit from Karystianos and Avgerinos
Greek politician Nikos Karahalios faces defamation lawsuit over claims linking rivals to Moscow. He vows to continue putting “Greece first” despite legal action.
Gerapetritis: This will be the first call in an Aegean crisis
Greek Foreign Minister reveals first call in Aegean crisis would prioritize national defense autonomy over international alliances amid rising Turkey tensions.
Mitsotakis on Pontic Greek genocide: We owe them gratitude
Greek PM Mitsotakis honors Pontic Greek genocide victims, emphasizing their contribution to modern Greece and the debt of gratitude owed to survivors.