Greek government survives vote of no confidence
At the end of February 23, two trains collided head-on, 57 people died. The search for those responsible, including in politics, is underway. The government is now rejecting the request for a vote of no confidence. The Greek parliament has rejected a vote of no confidence in the government of conservative Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. […]
War against Ukraine: This is the situation
The attacked Ukraine has recently been pursuing a new tactic. It attacks the industry that keeps the Russian war machine running. – The overview: According to authorities, a drone hit the Severstal steelworks in the northern Russian city of Cherepovets. The flying machine of unknown origin fell near a blast furnace, said the governor of […]
Shelling during Odessa visit by Zelensky and Mitsotakis
So far, nothing serious has happened when foreign politicians travel to war-torn Ukraine. Now Russian missiles are hitting not far from President Zelensky and a Greek guest. During a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Odessa, Russia fired missiles at the southern Ukrainian port city. Shortly afterwards, a […]
Greece allows same-sex marriage
There is massive criticism from the ranks of the Greek Orthodox Church. There is heated debate in Parliament. Nevertheless, a large majority vote for same-sex marriage. The Greek Parliament passed civil marriage for same-sex couples with a large majority. This was announced by the parliamentary presidency in Athens. 176 members of the 300-seat parliament voted […]
News blog on the Ukraine war | Zelenskyj: Greece will train pilots
Day 544: Another drone attack on Moscow left casualties. Russia has criticized plans for F-16 deliveries to Ukraine. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Greece offers Ukraine training on F-16 jets 7:42 p.m.: Greece has offered Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to train Ukrainian pilots in F-16 fighter jets. […]
Greece | Conservatives win general election
Even before the election, the winner became apparent: the conservatives won the parliamentary elections in Greece. This time it should also be enough for the formation of a government. According to preliminary results, the conservative party Nea Dimokratia (ND) led by former Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has clearly won the parliamentary elections in Greece. Based […]
These are the three candidates
Greece elects a new parliament. Two of the three candidates for the post of head of government are no strangers. Three candidates are in the spotlight in Greece’s parliamentary elections on Sunday, although it is unlikely that any of them will be able to form their own government majority. Kyriakos Mitsotakis – von Haus aus […]
New Parliament – deadlock or new beginnings?
Greece elects a new parliament. May Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis continue his reform course – or will Alexis Tsipras and Yanis Varoufakis come back? After Turkey voted last Sunday and the final result for the presidency will be known in a week, the Greeks will also elect a new parliament and a new head of […]
Daybreak – That’s amazingly bold
Good morning, dear reader, there are things in politics that are rituals like the broadcast of “Dinner for One” on New Year’s Eve or the Amen in church. After serious crimes committed by refugees, it is common in Germany that emotions run high, the tabloids turn up the heat – and politicians call for more […]
Greece election: Conservative governing party wins
According to the first partial results, the party of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis won the parliamentary elections in Greece – but missed a government majority. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ party has won the parliamentary elections in Greece. However, the conservative Nea Dimokratia (ND) seems to have missed its goal of an absolute majority. After the […]
