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Intellexa Founder Accuses Greek Authorities for the Predatorgate After Court Conviction
Tal Dilian, founder of Intellexa, the company behind the Predator spyware, said in a statement on Tuesday to investigative outlet Inside Story and broadcaster Mega that he would not act as a “scapegoat” for a political scandal that has shaken Greek politics for several years.
IMF Says Greek Economy Remains Resilient but Warns of Global Risks
The International Monetary Fund says the Greek economy continues to show resilience and maintain growth momentum, but warns that international developments—particularly the crisis in the Middle East—are creating new uncertainties for the country’s economic outlook.
Poll Shows New Democracy Leading, PASOK Second as Cost of Living Dominates Voter Concerns
The survey confirms that the cost of living remains the dominant issue for Greek voters, with 48.7% of respondents identifying inflation and rising prices as the country’s most important problem.
State Steps Back as CrediaBank Moves Ahead with €300 Million Capital Raise
The Greek state has already decided not to participate in the capital increase, even if this leads to the loss of its blocking minority stake in the bank.
U.S. Pressure Over LNG Threatens Vertical Corridor and Greece’s Energy Ambitions
The Greek government, however, insists that the Vertical Corridor is a project of European importance because it contributes to energy diversification and reduces dependence on single suppliers.
Fuel Subsidies Instead of Tax Cuts: What EU Rules Really Allow on Fuel Taxes and Where Greece Stands
Commission figures show that excise duty in Greece is approximately €700 per 1,000 litres for petrol and €410 per 1,000 litres for diesel, placing the country among the higher-tax jurisdictions in the European Union.
Greek Energy Minister Holds Talks with Chevron and ExxonMobil in Houston
According to the ministry, Papastavrou and Tsafos are scheduled to meet Chevron’s Vice President for Exploration, Kevin McLachlan, followed by a meeting with ExxonMobil Vice President John Ardill.
Greece Better Protected from Energy Shortages, but Not from High Prices
Pressure is already visible in the fuel market, with petrol prices moving above €2 per litre and diesel approaching similar levels, following the upward trend in international oil prices.
Greece to Launch International Tender for 22 Regional Airports
The 22 airports included in the concession are mostly located on islands and in regional areas across the country.
“Silence Is Complicity”: Greek Opposition Leader Calls on Officials Targeted by Spyware to Speak Out
In his letter, Androulakis argues that defending democratic institutions requires “virtue and courage,” warning that silence in the face of such a scandal amounts to tolerance and ultimately complicity.
April Seen as Turning Point for Electricity Prices in Greece
Until now, the sharp increase in the benchmark European TTF natural gas price—from €29 to €59 per megawatt-hour—has not yet been reflected in household electricity bills.
Predator Spyware Case Reopens Political Wounds in Greece
The case, which has been one of the country’s most serious political controversies in recent years, is now entering a new phase as political figures and alleged surveillance targets consider their next legal and political moves.
Fuel Tax Cuts Could Slash Prices in Greece—but at a €1.7 Billion Cost
Proposals to cut fuel excise duties to EU minimum levels could significantly lower petrol, diesel, and heating oil prices in Greece, offering relief to households but at a substantial fiscal cost.
Greek Ex-Health Minister Was Spied On With Predator During Key Covid Talks
Vassilis Kikilias - Greece’s current shipping minister- , had been targeted with the Predator spyware while in office.
Poll Shows Strong Demand in Greece to Reopen Wiretapping Scandal
According to Metron Analysis' survey, 81% of respondents believe the wiretapping case should be revisited
Older Apartments Drive Greece’s Real Estate Price Growth
Housing prices continued to climb in 2025, although the pace of growth eased slightly compared to the previous year.
PPC Signals Strong Growth Outlook as It Targets 2026 Milestones
The company reported revenues of €9.7 billion for 2025, alongside adjusted EBITDA of €2 billion
Titan Faces Margin Pressure from High Oil Prices, Growth Story Remains Intact
The company enters this period from a position of considerable financial strength.
Greece Launches €55.8 Million Maritime Security Digital Upgrade for Coast Guard
At the heart of the project is the creation of a modern operations center designed to act as the central hub for coordinating all Coast Guard activities.
Greece’s New Housing Protection Scheme Faces Test in Inflationary Climate
Property prices in Greece have risen sharply in recent years, pushing up valuations.
Greece Slips in Global Democracy Ranking, Highlighting Institutional Weaknesses
Greece has recorded a notable decline in this year’s Liberal Democracy Index, underscoring ongoing concerns about the strength of its democratic institutions.
Tsipras Presses Mitsotakis for Answers After New Spyware Claims
Speaking in the northern city of Alexandroupoli, Tsipras argued that the surveillance activities were not isolated incidents but part of a coordinated and systematic operation.
Greece Moves to Repay €7 Billion in Bailout Loans Ahead of Schedule
The €7 billion payment will cover installments originally due between 2033 and 2041.
New Legal Actions and Political Pressure Intensify in Greece’s Wiretapping Scandal
Greece’s long-running wiretapping scandal is entering a new phase, with fresh lawsuits expected and political tensions rising in the wake of a recent court ruling.
Greece Tightens Market Safeguards with New Clearing Risk Rules
At the heart of the reform is the introduction of a clearer, more disciplined response mechanism for crisis scenarios.
Athens Property Boom Squeezes Returns as Prices Outpace Rents
Significant changes have reshaped the dynamics of the real estate market in Attica, the wider region surrounding Athens, between 2019 and 2025.
Capital Tankers Makes Landmark Debut on Oslo’s Euronext Market
Capital Tankers Corp., a newly formed crude oil shipping company backed by Greek shipowner Evangelos Marinakis, began trading on the Euronext Growth Oslo exchange on Tuesday in what is being described as the largest public listing of a Western-backed shipping company in the past two decades.
Thousands of Food Products See Price Hikes in Greece, Raising Inflation Concerns
The phenomenon is not limited to products heavily exposed to international pressures such as beef, coffee and chocolate. It now extends across a wide range of everyday staples.
Greece’s Eurovision 2026 Representative Akylas Launches Music Company Ahead of Vienna Contest
Mytilineos is the sole partner and managing director, having contributed the entire capital and holding full authority to represent the company.
Greek Opposition Challenges Transparency of New "Achilles’ Shield" Air Defense Program
The project refers to the multi-layered air and missile defense system Greece plans to develop as part of its broader military modernization framework, known as "Agenda 2030".
Mitsotakis Promises New Measures to Cut Energy Costs for Greek Industry
Mitsotakis had made a similar commitment last October during the annual assembly of Greece’s main business association, when he promised that a package of measures addressing industrial energy costs would be introduced within a few weeks.