Greece is heading into a politically charged week, with a parliamentary debate on surveillance and the rule of law expected next Friday (April 3), following recent judicial developments in the Predator spyware case and renewed public scrutiny.
The debate, which was requested by PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis, himself a confirmed surveillance target in 2022, comes as pressure on the government appears to be intensifying.
The immediate trigger is twofold: a recent court decision that keeps key aspects of the case open, and new public remarks by Tal Dilian, the businessman linked to the Predator spyware, who said the system was sold exclusively to governments and security authorities, which in turn determined its targets.
Mood shift inside government
Until recently, the government line had been consistent: the affair concerned private actors, not state involvement. But that message is becoming harder to maintain as new elements continue to emerge.
Behind the scenes, the mood appears to be shifting.
According to reporting by TO BHMA, several ministers are increasingly uneasy about the trajectory of the case. Some are said to be openly concerned about where the developments could lead, with even the possibility of early elections being raised by some.
PASOK plays the long game
Across the aisle, PASOK is preparing for what it sees as a defining parliamentary moment.
Party officials signal they are ready to escalate pressure, framing the debate as a test of accountability. The tone is combative: government figures, they suggest, will have to confront the issue “step by step.”
But there is no rush. Despite speculation that PASOK could move quickly to table a no-confidence motion, party insiders indicate a more measured approach. “The steps will be taken gradually and in order,” they say, suggesting a strategy aimed at building sustained pressure.
Legal front gathers pace
At the same time, the legal track is beginning to accelerate.
At least five individuals who were allegedly targeted with Predator are expected to file lawsuits on espionage-related charges, according to reports. While the decision to proceed has reportedly been made, their legal teams are waiting for clarity on how the relevant case file will be assigned following the recent court ruling.
