Mitsotakis sets 2027 election timeline, rules out power-sharing scenarios

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the next general election will take place in spring 2027, reaffirming that New Democracy’s goal remains an outright parliamentary majority.

In a televised interview, he said he has received suggestions for early elections but stressed there will be only one ballot, adding that political stability requires a clear governing mandate.

He ruled out stepping down to facilitate coalition scenarios, saying the prime minister is chosen by voters and will be the leader of the largest party.

Focus on economy, foreign policy and scandals

Mitsotakis described inflation as the biggest pressure on households but rejected tax cuts such as reductions in excise duties or VAT, citing fiscal stability. He also said restoring a 13th salary is not part of government plans.

On Greece-Turkiye relations, he defended a policy of “calm waters” while stressing Greece’s readiness to respond if needed.

He dismissed accusations related to the Tempi railway disaster as a “constructed narrative” and said he has acknowledged dysfunctions in the wiretapping case, which is now before the judiciary.

Rift with Samaras and political tensions

The prime minister said there is no room for rapprochement with former premier Antonis Samaras, adding that his expulsion from the party was justified based on subsequent statements.

He expressed hope that reason would prevail to avoid actions that could damage the ruling party.

Resignations linked to corruption probe in urban planning case

A general secretary at the Ministry of Culture has resigned following developments in an alleged corruption network involving municipal planning authorities.

The resignation comes shortly after a similar departure from the Environment Ministry. Government officials described both exits as personal decisions and urged respect for judicial procedures as investigations continue.

New ministers sworn in after cabinet reshuffle

Several new government members were sworn in following a minor cabinet reshuffle, in a ceremony attended by the president and the prime minister.

The appointments include deputy ministers across transport, finance, foreign affairs and environment portfolios.

Varoufakis says Mitsotakis and Tsipras are politically indistinguishable

MeRA25 leader Yanis Varoufakis criticised both the government and opposition, arguing that Greece’s major political leaders share broadly similar economic policies.

He said Mitsotakis, Alexis Tsipras and Nikos Androulakis do not differ significantly on key issues such as energy markets and public assets, claiming they could even govern together.

Varoufakis also accused political forces of failing to challenge energy market interests and questioned Greece’s strategic alignment with Israel.