Kyriakos Mitsotakis
Coverage of Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the Nexus archive.
- Greece must stop granting blank checks to Trump, says opposition chief Tsipras
Greece's opposition leader Alexis Tsipras criticized the government for granting the U.S. open-ended access to military bases, calling it a 'policy of blank checks' that harms national interests. He contrasted Greece's approach with Spain's resistance to U.S. military use of bases and emphasized the need for strategic, mutually beneficial Greek-U.S. relations.
- Has Greece become Israel's Trojan Horse in the Gulf?
Greece has deepened strategic and defense ties with Gulf states like the UAE and Saudi Arabia since 2016, aligning with Israel against Turkey. These partnerships, including joint military exercises and sovereignty agreements, aim to extend Greece's regional influence amid shifting Gulf-Turkey relations.
- EU countries eye setting up migrant ‘return hubs’ in Rwanda and Uzbekistan
EU countries are considering establishing migrant return hubs in Rwanda and Uzbekistan for rejected asylum seekers, with over half of EU members pushing for swift action. The plan aims to operationalize the first hubs by 2027, following a new law requiring adherence to human rights standards, and involves investments in Rwanda and Uzbekistan through EU programs.
- Greece’s ruling party debates calling early election this fall
Greece's ruling New Democracy party is considering an early election in fall 2025 amid declining support due to inflation, EU fund fraud, and a rail disaster. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis insists on holding elections in 2027, but internal discussions suggest a possible September or October vote to prevent opposition unity. Opposition parties like Elas and Pasok are pushing for early elections, with polls showing New Democracy leading but lacking a majority.
- Tsipras emerges as main challenger to Mitsotakis
Alexis Tsipras is now the main challenger to Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Greek politics. The article notes that Tsipras has moved away from his previous image as a populist, anti-establishment figure and is re-entering the political race.
- Greece Announces Fresh Relief Measures After Budget Outperforms
Greece's government, led by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, announced new relief measures following a stronger-than-expected budget performance, signaling economic resilience and proactive policy adjustments.
- Strait of Hormuz toll would set 'dangerous precedent,' UN shipping agency warns
The UN's International Maritime Organization warned that imposing tolls on ships through the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent. U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a joint U.S.-Iran toll system for the critical energy choke point, sparking international concern. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis condemned Iran's potential toll plan as unacceptable.
- Greece announces social media ban for under-15s, citing anxiety and sleep problems
Greece plans to ban social media access for children under 15 starting January 2023, citing rising anxiety, sleep disturbances, and addictive platform designs. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the need for EU-wide cooperation despite potential backlash from youth.