In Greek politics, scandals come and go, but the erosion of credibility remains. The recent controversy over Makarios Lazaridis’s CV is not significant in itself; it is symptomatic.

Deputy minister Makarios Lazaridis defended his academic record on live TV as scrutiny over a past appointment intensifies, with opposition parties pressing the government for answers.

This country is today faced with a chain of burdens. From the Predator wiretapping scandal to agricultural subsidies, the ruling party now carries the weight of multiple stains

The Mitsotakis government is caught between the "Trump doctrine" and International Law, the pro-Trumpers, the anti-Trumpers, and the balancers

"The time has come for new Change, which is a prerequisite for the country's economic and social stability," declares the PASOK leader ahead of the Party Congress opening today at the indoor taekwondo arena in Paleo Faliro

Ninety years after his death, Eleftherios Venizelos remains one of Greece’s most influential political figures, having reshaped the country territorially, politically and diplomatically.

Greek political parties debate the rising cost of living amid the Middle East conflict, with opposition urging immediate support for households and businesses, while the government pledges regulatory measures and stricter market oversight

New Democracy remains dominant, but economic anxiety, leadership fatigue and a fragmented opposition are reshaping the political terrain. As elections inch closer, every major figure faces a narrowing path—and a restless electorate.

New GPO poll finds most voters favor a different government after the next elections, yet opposition parties remain fragmented as public opinion splits over foreign policy and constitutional reform.

The survey also sheds light on public sentiment toward potential political figures and initiatives outside the current party landscape.

Greek prime minister launches formal process to revise the 1975 Constitution, proposing changes to ministerial accountability, public administration, higher education, fiscal safeguards and the role of the president, while calling for broad political consensus

A nationwide survey on voting intention shows the governing party holding its lead, as Greeks express skepticism toward a newly announced party by Maria Karystianou and a hypothetical return by former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras

At the first Cabinet meeting of the year, PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed political stability, wage increases, reforms for a citizen-friendly state and expanded voting rights for Greeks abroad, while his ministers outlined key legislative initiatives for 2026

Mounting pressure inside the ruling party is reviving scenarios once considered unlikely, from a cabinet reshuffle to early elections, as shrinking margins and geopolitical uncertainty leave little room for delay

As Greece’s center-left heads toward a pivotal party congress, internal disputes over strategy, leadership and post-election alliances risk defining PASOK more than its response to voters’ everyday concerns

Kyriakos Mitsotakis warned of mounting global instability and called for calm in transatlantic relations, as President Konstantinos Tasoulas stressed the country’s constitutional duty to uphold international law and peace.

John Mueller (1970), now Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Ohio State University, in his classic analysis of the popularity of presidents in the US, argued that the rise in popularity of political leaders in times of international crises is not due to a substantial change in citizens’ political preferences, but instead to a psychological […]

Where the government Is betting and how It will act in 2026. The projection of international instability risks and Maximos Mansion’s (the Greek Prime Minister’s office) assessment that the majority of citizens are unwilling to risk—or worse, lose again—the few gains they have achieved through great effort and sacrifice.

As Maria Karystianou moves toward electoral politics, reactions ripple across Greek parties, contributing to a rupture inside SYRIZA and the removal of one of its MEPs from the European Parliament group

With tractor blockades still in place, Athens hints at tougher enforcement while highlighting unemployment gains, wage hikes and tax relief in a bid to regain control of the political narrative