The Central Committee of SYRIZA rejected the proposal of Pavlos Polakis for a conference in January and the election of a new president, with 52 votes against, 30 in favor, and 4 abstentions, while Rena Dourou and Nikos Pappas supported collective leadership. #ΣΥΡΙΖΑ #Πολιτική #Πολάκης (translated)
The Proper Greek Analyst wrote that, according to a report by the Financial Times on October 16, 2026, Italy had secured a preliminary agreement with the European Commission for an intervention mechanism in wholesale electricity prices when the price of natural gas exceeded 59 euros per MWh. He mentioned that the mechanism was based on the Iberian Exception. The author added that the bill proposed an increase of two percentage points in the IRAP tax for the years 2026 and 2027, with estimated revenues of 1.08 billion euros for the Italian state during the period 2026-2028. According to the post, the additional revenues would be directed towards reducing electricity bills for specific businesses. He also cited a statement from the Italian Prime Minister that the agreement would allow intervention in the way electricity prices were set, in order to address the impact of natural gas costs. The Proper Greek Analyst wondered why Greece was not seeking a similar intervention and criticized Greek journalists for not highlighting the development, as he wrote. In the post, he compared their stance to that of Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the European Council. https://t.co/pAWnS2oBWc #ενεργεια #ρευμα #Κομισιον #καύσιμα #ενεργεια #ρευμα #καύσιμα (translated)
Sofia Voultepsi countered the Minister of State Skertsos that the decisions in a meeting of a parliamentary committee belong to the presidency, while at the same time reactions were provoked regarding the Greece-Bulgaria agreement on the exchange of cultural relics, with local stakeholders expressing concerns about the interests of the country. #Ελλάδα #Συμφωνία #Ιστορία (translated)
Our support is more important than ever, as Russia tests the resilience of Ukraine and puts its economy at risk," said the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, at the conclusion of the European Council. #Ουκρανία #ΕΕ #Ρωσία (translated)
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, stated that the EU's support for Ukraine is more critical than ever due to challenges from Russia, with nearly 16 billion euros having been disbursed for the country's defense and an additional 17 billion euros to be possible subject to reform conditions. #Ουκρανία #ΕΕ #Ρωσία (translated)
Based on this Franco-German proposal, we will develop a new tool that will enable rapid and effective action for the benefit of the EU, closing access to the single European market. The European Union is preparing a new tool that will allow it to close "quickly and effectively" access to its internal market in the event of a trade conflict with a third country, confirmed today the President of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. #ΕΕ #ΕμπορικήΆμυνα #Κίνα (translated)
The expanded Political Committee of EL.A.S. decided to hold a programming conference at the end of January or in early February 2027. #ΕΛΑΣ #ΑλέξηςΤσίπρας #ΠρογραμματικόΣυνέδριο (translated)
The Prime Minister of Greece stated that the negotiations for the European Union budget were complex and usually started with significant differences between the so-called "frugal" countries and the majority of member states, which sought a more ambitious budget. He said that the same situation applied then as well. He added that, as became clear in their discussion, the Common Agricultural Policy and the Cohesion Policy needed to be protected at least at the amounts proposed by the European Commission, which he considered satisfactory for his country. He said there could be no compromises in these areas and that at least 15 more countries shared this view. https://t.co/59wfvacwGE #ΕυρωπαϊκήΈνωση #Γεωργία #Προϋπολογισμός (translated)
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, presented a new European Crisis Response Framework for migration, which will enhance the capacity of member states to respond to serious threats at external borders, focusing on the protection of the values and borders of the EU. #Μετανάστευση #ΕυρωπαϊκήΈνωση #Κρίσεις (translated)
Alexis Tsipras stated that the Greek Left Coalition (EL.AS.) was created within society and not in Parliament or behind closed party doors. He said that the effort continued with its own forces, without state funding and with meetings all over Greece. He claimed that the creation of EL.AS. overturned plans and that the need for its establishment was becoming increasingly apparent. He described the rising costs as an "invisible memorandum" that, he said, burdened expenses on fuel, food, and living, primarily affecting those who were not favored. He added that the government's narrative about stability and a third term was not convincing. Tsipras said that EL.AS. was facing attacks, which it would meet calmly, and that its goal was to address the problems of Greek society and propose alternative solutions. He characterized the government as its only opponent, accusing it of creating the problems. Referring to the meeting of the Political Committee, he said the message was for EL.AS. to continue with its own political identity and clear program, aiming for a progressive government with itself as a core. He called for the creation of a winning current and stated that the effort would focus on combating corruption, inequalities, rising costs, and uncertainty. #ΕΛΑΣ #Αριστερά #Πολιτική (translated)
The European Union is preparing a new tool that will allow it to "quickly and effectively" shut down access to its internal market in the event of a trade conflict with a third country, confirmed today the President of the Commission Ursula von der Leyen. #ΕΕ #ΦονντερΛάιεν #ΕμπορικήΣύγκρουση (translated)
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced that the EU is preparing measures for the rapid protection of the internal market in the event of a trade conflict with a third country, inspired by a proposal from France and Germany. #ΕΕ #ΦονντερΛάιεν #ΕμπορικήΣύγκρουση (translated)
It must be covered. At the same time, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, at the press conference she held, confirmed that Ukraine will need another 70 billion euros in 2027, a gap that "must be covered," as she stated. #Ουκρανία #Μακρόν #ΕΕ (translated)
As stated in the Report of the Investigative Committee of the Hellenic Parliament regarding the Cyprus File, in early July 1974, the Commander of the Commandos in Cyprus, Colonel Konstantinos Kompoki, convened a meeting of the Commanders of the Commando Squadrons to announce the implementation of the plan to overthrow President Makarios. The junta members did not invite Katsanis. Not coincidentally. They knew he would not legitimize such a blatant crime. General Katsanis became a symbol of bravery, courage, and patriotism, and the extent of tributes in his name, the camps, the monuments, the busts, the naming ceremonies, and all that has been done in honor of his sacrifice, in Cyprus and Greece, reflect the due recognition of his contribution and sacrifice, said Minister of Defense Vasilis Palamas, in a speech on behalf of the President of the Republic at the presentation of the book "George Katsanis, the Commander of Saint Hilarion and His Legacy." #Κατσάνης #Ελευθερία #Κύπρος (translated)
Cyprus was the 11th cheapest country in the EU for diesel fuel and the 6th for unleaded 95 on October 12, according to European Commission data. #Κύπρος #πετρέλαιο #τιμές (translated)
PASOK countered Alexis Tsipras that history cannot be rewritten, referring to his attempts to recreate his image, during the meeting of the Political Committee of ELAS. #ΠαΣοΚ #Τσίπρας #πολιτική (translated)
The President of the Republic, Christodoulides, requested the acceleration of Cyprus's accession process to the Schengen area during his meeting with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, after the technical preparation was completed. #Σένγκεν #Κύπρος #ΕΕ (translated)
Discussions on Special Political Missions in the Fifth Committee should focus exclusively on financial matters. The view that discussions in the Fifth Committee of the UN General Assembly regarding Special Political Missions should be strictly limited to financial issues was emphasized by Cyprus' Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Maria Michail, during her statement on October 14, as part of the review of the proposed budget for 2027. #Κυπριακό #ΗνωμέναΈθνη #ΚαλήΥπηρεσία (translated)
The Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the UN, Maria Michail, reaffirmed Cyprus's full support for the Good Offices Mission of the Secretary-General and emphasized the need to focus discussions in the fifth Committee exclusively on budgetary issues. #Κυπριακό #ΗνωμέναΈθνη #ΚαλήΥπηρεσία (translated)
The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, stated to Politico that the next EU multiannual budget may be reduced by 10% to 11%, lower than the proposal of the European Commission. #ΕΕ #Προϋπολογισμός #Χριστοδουλίδης (translated)
