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Turkish President Visits Greece to Promote his own Agenda, Greek Side Unprepared

Greek people still wonder what the purpose of the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Athens, was. Or rather, what would Greece gain from the official visit of a man who seems to be challenging Greece's territorial...

Greek Politicians' Income Declarations Released

The income declarations for Greek politicians for 2015 were released on Thursday, showing the amount of wealth they possess. Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras declared 68,000 euros in total revenue for 2015. His common law wife, Peristera Baziana, declared 13,694.20 euros. She...

Diplomatic Bickering on Tsipras-Erdogan Press Conference

In an often awkward joint press conference following their meeting, the two leaders focused on the two countries cooperation, but mildly attacked each other's positions on bilateral issues, with some of the respective comments becoming dangerously personal. "We are aware...

Tsipras on the Eve of Erdogan's Visit: Turkey's Coup-Plotters are not Welcome in Greece

The first visit by a Turkish president to Greece in decades was a chance for the two countries to "take bold steps forward," Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said in an exclusive interview with Anadolu news agency on Wednesday,...

Tsipras: ECB's QE Program No Longer Crucial for Greece

Despite opposite statements in the past, prime minister Alexis Tsipras no longer believes that stimulus from the European Central Bank (ECB) is crucial for the economic recovery in Greece. "I think we will join the QE (quantitative easing) program but...

Tsipras at AmCham Conference: 'The Hour of the Greek Economy has Arrived'

The hour of the Greek economy is here, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said in his keynote speech at the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce annual confence on the economy of Greece on Tuesday night. Tsipras referred to the reform plan he...

Greece Ambivalent about Turkish President Visit

Greece doesn't know what to expect from this week's visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan; which is to take place in Greece after an invitation from Greek President Pavlopoulos'. The two men met in May at the 25th Anniversary...

Tsipras 'Knew from the Beginning' about Controversial Saudi Arms Deal

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras was aware of the proposed arms deal with Saudi Arabia from the beginning, according to leaked documents tabled in parliament by opposition MPs. The controversial agreement was the subject of a heated exchange in parliament...

Amnesty International "Concerned" Over Greece's Saudi Arms Deal

A leading global rights organization is urging the Greek government to scrap a controversial arms sale to Saudi Arabia, saying the weapons could be used against civilians in the ongoing war in Yemen. Amnesty International voiced deep concern on Monday...

PM Stands By Defence Minister Over Controversial Saudi Arms Deal in Parliament Debate

Prime minister Alexis Tsipras dutifully stood by his Defence minister and coalition partner Panos Kammenos in a fierce parliamentary debate over the controversial Saudi Arms deal. They were both hammered by opposition parties, and the term "scandal" was often...