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Six Questions and Answers on the Electoral Law: Inside Mitsotakis’ Mind

Six Questions and Answers on the Electoral Law: Inside Mitsotakis’ Mind

It is difficult to imagine Mitsotakis wanting his name linked to shady electoral engineering reminiscent of Greece’s darker political past.
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The Prime Minister Must Stop the Debate on a New Electoral Law-Now

The Prime Minister Must Stop the Debate on a New Electoral Law-Now

Any move to change the rules of the political game at this stage amounts to an admission of defeat.
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€2 Billion in Benefits at Thessaloniki Fair, But No Political Payoff

€2 Billion in Benefits at Thessaloniki Fair, But No Political Payoff

59% of Greeks Expect Worse Days Ahead.
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Greek Government Races to Deliver Reforms Before 2026 EU Funding Cutoff

Greek Government Races to Deliver Reforms Before 2026 EU Funding Cutoff

Mitsotakis emphasized that 2026 is a critical cutoff point for completing projects financed by the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility, warning that the coming 12 months are pivotal in ensuring Greece does not forfeit any available European funds.
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Greek PM Mitsotakis Sidesteps Responsibility in Major Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

Greek PM Mitsotakis Sidesteps Responsibility in Major Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

In a televised interview, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis acknowledged government shortcomings in the OPEKEPE subsidy scandal but rejected any personal or ministerial responsibility, framing the issue as a decades-long, systemic failure rooted in Greece’s political past.
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Mitsotakis Government Under Fire as Libya Challenges Greece’s Maritime Boundaries South of Crete with Official Note to UN

Mitsotakis Government Under Fire as Libya Challenges Greece’s Maritime Boundaries South of Crete with Official Note to UN

Libya has formally contested Greece’s maritime boundaries south and west of Crete by submitting a diplomatic note to the United Nations, challenging Athens’ Exclusive Economic Zone claims and escalating tensions over Eastern Mediterranean energy exploration rights.
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Mitsotakis’ Sixth Year in Power Marred by Scandals, Corruption Claims, and Growing Public Discontent

Mitsotakis’ Sixth Year in Power Marred by Scandals, Corruption Claims, and Growing Public Discontent

Mitsotakis came to power promising to modernize Greece, bring transparency to governance, and dismantle the deeply rooted clientelist networks that had long defined the country’s political landscape.
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Mitsotakis and Tsipras Clash as Ghosts of 2015 Haunt Greek Politics

Mitsotakis and Tsipras Clash as Ghosts of 2015 Haunt Greek Politics

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras reignited their long-standing rivalry on Wednesday, trading sharp accusations in Parliament on the anniversary of Greece’s 2015 referendum, a defining moment in the country’s recent political history.
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€5 Billion in Support Measures Gone, 13 Points Lost – Can Another €2 Billion Change Mitsotakis’s Popularity?

€5 Billion in Support Measures Gone, 13 Points Lost – Can Another €2 Billion Change Mitsotakis’s Popularity?

Over the past two years, the Greek government has poured €5 billion into support measures in an effort to maintain public backing and navigate a turbulent political landscape.
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Mitsotakis Faces Tough Choices on Election Timing

The political atmosphere in Greece continues to deteriorate for Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his New Democracy government, particularly in the wake of the OPEKEPE scandal—a controversy involving mismanagement of EU agricultural funds.
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Monks Boycott Mitsotakis Visit to Mount Athos Over Orthodox Values

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to visit Mount Athos this Friday and Saturday, embarking on an official trip to the monastic republic that holds deep religious and cultural significance in Orthodox Christianity.
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Mitsotakis Under Fire Over Possible Knowledge of Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

Mitsotakis Under Fire Over Possible Knowledge of Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

Despite public denials from government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis, suggestions that the prime minister had early knowledge of the affair are growing.
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Greek Authorities Move to Reclaim Fraudulent Farm Subsidies

Greek Authorities Move to Reclaim Fraudulent Farm Subsidies

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has ordered a sweeping investigation into widespread abuse of EU agricultural subsidies, mobilizing financial crime units and tax authorities to reclaim millions of euros in unlawfully obtained public funds, as mounting evidence points to systemic oversight failures and organized fraud.
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Caught on Camera: Mitsotakis Seen Dining with Key Figures in Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

Caught on Camera: Mitsotakis Seen Dining with Key Figures in Agricultural Subsidy Scandal

Greek PM Mitsotakis faces mounting pressure after a major agricultural subsidy scandal at OPEKEPE led to multiple resignations. Opposition accuses him of complicity, fueling public outrage and calls for investigations. The crisis threatens government stability and raises speculation about possible early elections.
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Thanos Plevris Named Migration Minister in Greek Cabinet Shake-Up

Thanos Plevris Named Migration Minister in Greek Cabinet Shake-Up

The changes also include new deputy ministers across key departments. Haris Theocharis has been named Deputy Foreign Minister following the resignation of Tasos Hatzivasileiou. Giannis Andrianos takes over as Deputy Minister of Rural Development and Food, replacing Dionysis Stamenitis.
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Greece Urges Restraint as Middle East Tensions Mount Ahead of Key NATO Summit

Greece Urges Restraint as Middle East Tensions Mount Ahead of Key NATO Summit

Amid rising tensions following a U.S. strike on Iran, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged restraint and warned against further escalation, just days ahead of a pivotal NATO Summit in The Hague.
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Greek PM Mitsotakis Holds Call with Egypt's President Sisi on Saint Catherine's Monastery Issue

Greek PM Mitsotakis Holds Call with Egypt's President Sisi on Saint Catherine's Monastery Issue

Mitsotakis emphasized the importance of preserving the monastery’s status as a Greek Orthodox pilgrimage site.
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Berlin Talks Signal Closer Greek-German Cooperation on Economy, Migration, and Defense

Berlin Talks Signal Closer Greek-German Cooperation on Economy, Migration, and Defense

During a high-profile meeting in Berlin on Tuesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis signaled a new chapter in Greek-German relations, underlining closer cooperation on economic reform, migration policy, and European defense.
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SYRIZA Leader Demands Answers on Alleged Illicit Funding Ties to Ruling Party’s PR Arm

SYRIZA Leader Demands Answers on Alleged Illicit Funding Ties to Ruling Party’s PR Arm

Famellos’ accusations highlight potential violations of political financing laws, urging a formal investigation into the connections between ND officials, a private firm, and state contracts, amid claims of political propaganda targeting opponents.
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Mitsotakis Under Pressure Over ‘Team Truth’ and Blue Skies Allegations

Mitsotakis Under Pressure Over ‘Team Truth’ and Blue Skies Allegations

Despite mounting political pressure, the government has yet to issue a formal response to the report’s findings.
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Greek PM Mitsotakis Vows to Lead New Democracy into 2027 Elections

Greek PM Mitsotakis Vows to Lead New Democracy into 2027 Elections

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis delivered a combative and forward-looking speech to his party’s parliamentary group on Friday, seeking to rally New Democracy MPs around a message of unity, discipline, and confidence in the face of recent political turbulence. In remarks that doubled as a reaffirmation of his leadership, Mitsotakis made clear that he intends to lead his party into the next national elections in 2027—and expects to win.
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Mitsotakis Nears Record Low, Poll Show

A new nationwide poll conducted by Public Issue in March 2025 paints a bleak picture of Greece’s political landscape.
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Mitsotakis Visits Israel as Greece Revives Strategic Energy Link

Mitsotakis Visits Israel as Greece Revives Strategic Energy Link

Athens is preparing to restart exploratory operations for the Greece–Cyprus–Israel electricity interconnection project, known as the Great Sea Interconnector, within days.
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Greece’s Ruling Party in Freefall: 73% Disapprove of Mitsotakis and His Administration

Greece’s Ruling Party in Freefall: 73% Disapprove of Mitsotakis and His Administration

MItsotakis's personal approval rating has suffered a steeper drop, with his negative ratings increasing by six points in the last month, 10 points since January, and 16 points since December.
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Greek Government Prepares for Major Cabinet Reshuffle Amid Political Turmoil

The Greek government is moving to recover lost political ground following recent mass protests and a no-confidence motion in parliament.
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Greek Government Reconsiders Bonus Salaries as Popularity Declines

Greek Government Reconsiders Bonus Salaries as Popularity Declines

Before any changes are made, the government will engage in consultations with the European Commission to assess new spending limits under the EU’s Stability Pact.
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Greek Politics in Turmoil: Mitsotakis, Opposition Battle Over Train Crash Inquiry

Greek Politics in Turmoil: Mitsotakis, Opposition Battle Over Train Crash Inquiry

His critics argue that while Mitsotakis publicly champions the independence of Greece’s institutions, his government has repeatedly interfered in judicial matters.
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Macron to Host Mitsotakis in Paris Amid AI Summit and Defense Talks

Macron to Host Mitsotakis in Paris Amid AI Summit and Defense Talks

French President Emmanuel Macron will welcome Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday, coinciding with the AI Action Summit, a high-profile international gathering focused on the future of artificial intelligence.
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The Open Wound of Tempi Engulfs Mitsotakis

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ emergency interview on Alpha TV on Wednesday night was a clear attempt to contain the political firestorm sparked by mass protests and accusations of a cover-up surrounding the Tempi train disaster.
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Prime Minister Mitsotakis’ Interview on Greece’s Rail Tragedy

The aftermath of the devastating train collision in Tempi, Greece, continues to reverberate, as the government faces mounting public pressure and demands for accountability.
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Mitsotakis Embraces Trump-Era Politics, Strengthens Ties with the White House

Mitsotakis Embraces Trump-Era Politics, Strengthens Ties with the White House

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is steering his New Democracy (ND) party further to the right, aligning with the ideological currents of the Trump era. This shift appears to be a strategic response to the growing appeal of far-right parties in Greece, aiming to solidify ND’s conservative base while staying competitive in a rapidly polarizing political landscape.
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