Final steps ahead at the Council of State and ministries, plus where Turkey's "Blue Homeland" plan stands

Greece's shipping minister rejected opposition claims that the government is subsidizing ferry companies, arguing the funding covers the cost of legally mandated social fare discounts while helping keep ticket prices affordable

The Greek prime minister argues that Europe must adapt its asylum framework to address migration used as a form of hybrid pressure, while maintaining full respect for EU law and fundamental rights

PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis will visit Xironomi and Domvraina on Tuesday, August 4

New Democracy ramps up its reorganization ahead of Greece's 2027 election, focusing on party renewal, candidate selection and grassroots mobilization.

Former New Democracy vice president Ioannis Varvitsiotis has died at 93. The veteran politician passed away peacefully at his Athens home on his birthday.

PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis says extreme weather is testing Greece's firefighting capabilities, praising emergency crews and honoring three fallen firefighters.

Parliament raised the minimum time served for multiple life sentences to 30 years and passed a bill against SLAPP lawsuits

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that the annual tax-free threshold for tips paid electronically will rise to €6,000, with higher allowances for seasonal workers and retroactive application from Jan. 1, 2026.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Athens Mayor Haris Doukas discussed EU presidency preparations, infrastructure and daily challenges facing the capital.

A new Agriculture Ministry amendment removes the requirement for tax and social security clearance documents, allowing around 24,000 young farmers to receive financial support without administrative delays

The government says the legislation will strengthen public water management and address shortages, while opposition parties warn it could open the door to privatization.

Greek government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said support for families will be his top political priority, while also addressing the country’s demographic challenge, rising prices, New Democracy’s finances and water management during an interview

Speaking in Rhodes, Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis outlined a long-term strategy focused on infrastructure, investment and stronger regional development, saying Greece's islands are "not the edge of the country, but its heart."

Opposition parties argue the bill is another step toward privatizing water

PM says time favors his government, expects to outperform current poll numbers before 2027 vote

Greece's prime minister paid tribute to three firefighters killed battling wildfires, highlighted efforts to strengthen the country's response to the climate crisis, and urged continued vigilance as dangerous fire conditions persist.

Athens is moving ahead with major defense procurement plans, including additional F-16 Viper upgrades, Italian FREMM frigates, and new helicopter deliveries as part of a broader military modernization strategy.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is reportedly trying to balance party discipline with a growing political clash involving opposition leader Zoe Konstantopoulou, as internal criticism emerges within the ruling New Democracy party

Athens says the UN secretary-general's commitment to a UN-led peace process and plans for an informal expanded meeting offer momentum toward restarting negotiations on the Cyprus issue.