Avramopoulos and Olmert at Economist summit: Israel needs Gaza policy shift
Former EU Commissioner Avramopoulos and ex-Israeli PM Olmert call for Israel policy change on Gaza at major summit, criticizing Netanyahu’s approach.
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Egemen Bağış at Economist summit: If Turkey’s accession to the EU does not proceed, we will have a Europe that will undermine its security
Former Turkish minister argues Turkey’s EU membership is crucial for European security, citing energy corridors and defense capabilities at summit.
Greece introduces personal ID number access in Gov.gr Wallet app
Greece launches new Gov.gr Wallet feature allowing citizens instant access to personal ID numbers through secure digital platform, improving government services.
Kellas reveals how stolen OPEKEPE funds will be recovered
Deputy Minister Kellas reveals recovery plan for €22.5 million stolen from OPEKEPE agricultural fund, with 1,036 accounts frozen and intensive audits ongoing.
Gerapetritis on GSI Cable: EU prosecutor’s intervention concerns Cyprus before Greek grid operator involvement
Greek Foreign Minister calls for Cyprus’s full support of strategic GSI electrical cable project amid European prosecutor investigation concerns.
Tsipras at Economist summit: “Government corruption is eroding the state” – Proposes imposing a patriotic levy on “wealthy elites”
Former Greek PM Tsipras calls for “patriotic tax” on wealthy elites to fund youth support programs while criticizing government corruption at major economic conference.
Tsakalotos attacks Tsipras: “When he talks about democratic capitalism, it troubles me greatly”
Former SYRIZA minister Tsakalotos criticizes Tsipras over “democratic capitalism,” questioning his break from mainstream political thinking in heated interview.
Kammenos on Crete mafia: “I was joking” – Response to new police wiretaps
Former Greek defense minister Panos Kammenos claims he was “joking” in wiretapped conversations with alleged Crete mafia leader about Trump intervention.
Greek kamikaze drones, “Shield of Achilles” and modern warrior at TIF
Greece showcases cutting-edge military technology at Thessaloniki Fair, featuring kamikaze drones, Shield of Achilles defense system, and modern warrior equipment.
Greece-Cyprus electrical grid project faces “short circuit” amid EU investigation
Greece-Cyprus electrical grid faces crisis as EU investigates suspicious €48.8M transfer and conflicting viability studies threaten the strategic interconnection project.
Alexis Tsipras one step away from new party – Presents Greece 2030 vision
Former PM Alexis Tsipras prepares major government critique at Economist conference, unveiling his National Recovery Plan vision for Greece 2030 ahead of new party launch.
Greece’s government unveils €1.7bn package at TIF 2025
Greece’s government unveils a €1.7 billion relief package at TIF 2025, targeting tax cuts and middle-class support to rebuild public trust amid social discontent.