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Today's newspaper headlines focus on various political and social issues in Greece, highlighting remarks by Prime Minister Mitsotakis and discussions surrounding a tragic accident in Tempi.

Milena Apostolaki accused New Democracy of orchestrating the investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal as a cover-up of responsibilities rather than a means of uncovering the truth.

The Hellenic Parliament's investigative committee into OPEKEPE concluded its five-month sessions with opposing reports from the ruling majority and opposition parties.

The Greek Communist Party (KKE) accuses the ruling New Democracy party of deliberately avoiding accountability for ministers involved in the OPEKEPE scandal.

The investigative committee regarding the OPEKEPE case closes its proceedings amid heated exchanges, having rejected a request from the opposition to continue their work.

The investigative committee for the OPEKEPE concluded without providing any significant insights.

In a recent speech, Putin escalated threats against Ukraine, continuing to refuse to acknowledge a strategic defeat and accusing Western nations of terrorism, which has sparked coordinated rebuttals from Kyiv and its allies.

The PASOK party claims that the Inquiry Committee was not used to seek the truth, but rather as a means for the New Democracy party to prevent legal scrutiny of its former ministers.

The report from the governing majority in the investigative committee concerning OPEKEPE declares both Voridis and Augenakis exonerated from wrongdoing.

The opposition demands a preliminary investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal, indicating significant political implications and responsibility that extend beyond individual officials.

A parliamentary committee found no criminal liability for former ministers Voridis and Avgenakis regarding the OPEKEPE organization, attributing identified issues to long-standing, cross-party practices.

The Pasok party has submitted its report on the OPEKEPE investigation and is calling for a preliminary investigation into former ministers Voridis and Avgenakis over alleged financial misconduct.

The Greek Communist Party (KKE) calls for the continuation of the investigative committee's work regarding the OPEKEPE scandal, accusing the ruling New Democracy party of deliberately avoiding accountability among its ministers.

The SYRIZA and New Left parties call for a preliminary investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal, citing severe political implications and accountability within the Greek government.

SYRIZA and New Left legislators have called for a preliminary investigation into two government officials due to allegations of a significant public spending scandal involving the European Union's agricultural funding.

This week marks significant developments in the OPEKEPE case as findings from various political parties are submitted to the parliamentary investigative committee.

The investigation committee on OPEKEPE concludes its sessions after nearly five months of intense debate and witness testimonies, with political parties preparing to submit their findings for discussion in the Greek Parliament.

This year's Patras Carnival festivities focus on political satire, featuring grand parades with costumes that reflect contemporary political themes.

The Patras Carnival is in full swing, showcasing vibrant parades and festive atmospheres in the city's center.

PASOK criticizes the New Democracy party for focusing on the disciplinary actions against a member while a major scandal involving a prominent official was about to erupt.

A prominent agricultural unionist in Greece has reportedly concealed assets amounting to 8 million euros amidst allegations of illegal subsidies.

PASOK has requested the intervention of the Speaker of the Parliament for a thorough investigation into the OPEKEPE case and the continuation of the Inquiry Committee's work due to new evidence.

The Pasok party has requested intervention from the President of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis, for a thorough investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal.

The article discusses the subdued government response to allegations against PASOK official Panagopoulos amid an economic scandal.

The AADE responds to complaints by SYRIZA-PS MP Vasilis Kokkalis about agricultural subsidies given to livestock farmers with no registered milk or meat production.

A recent poll indicates significant public anger over scandals associated with the OPEKEPE and GSEE, with a double-digit lead for New Democracy over PASOK in voter preferences.

A political controversy in Greece has emerged concerning agricultural subsidies after an official document revealed that approximately 29,000 farmers received grazing rights and subsidies without any recorded production of milk or meat.

Approximately 29,000 individuals received rights, grazing land, and subsidies without delivering milk or meat, according to Vasilis Kokkalis, a member of the Greek Parliament.

M. Lazaridis discusses the prosecution of G. Xylouris and implicates political connections within the OPEKEPE cases.

Georgios Xylouris, a farmers' unionist from Crete, faces criminal charges for disobedience after failing to appear for questioning regarding an inquiry into the OPEKEPE mutual fund.

Agricultural unionist George Xylouris, nicknamed 'Frappes,' faces prosecution for disobedience due to his failure to appear before a parliamentary committee investigating illegal subsidies from OPEKEPE.

Greek politician G. Maniatis has raised concerns with the European Commission about the recent administrative changes in OPEKEPE which allegedly involve employees implicated in a scandal over illegal agricultural subsidies.

The investigative committee for OPEKEPE concluded its work after five months, stating that no criminal responsibilities were found for key government figures, while highlighting ongoing inter-party issues within the organization and blaming SYRIZA for certain technical solutions.

Sources from SYRIZA claim that the investigation into the scandal of OPEKEPE was completed under dubious circumstances, alleging a systematic cover-up involving Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The work of the Inquiry Committee investigating the OPEKEPE case has been extended until February 27, during which party reports will be submitted and discussed before the final report is delivered to the Parliament President.

The examination committee for OPEKEPE completed its work amidst tensions, particularly between the leadership and Zoe Konstantopoulou, and decided to submit its report on February 24, with opposition members disagreeing with the closure of the committee.

The court has accepted a plea negotiation request for the first time in a case involving 32 defendants related to OPEKEPE.

A heated political debate arises between New Democracy and PASOK regarding Arachovitis' claims on the political responsibilities of Vouridis and Augenakis related to OPEKEPE, highlighted by a dialogue with Zoi Konstantopoulou.

Tension erupted in a parliamentary investigative committee regarding the OPEKEPE, where Zoe Konstantopoulou accused former SYRIZA minister Stavros Arhoviotis of hiding something and avoiding criticism of the ND government.

Stavros Arahovitis, former Minister of Agricultural Development, argues before a parliamentary committee that Voridis and Avgenakis bear political but not criminal responsibilities related to OPEKEPE, defending a 'technical solution' that must not be modified to avoid penalties from the European Commission.

PASOK has requested that the resignation letter of the sworn accountants overseeing OPEKEPE's finances be submitted to the parliamentary investigative committee.

Milena Apostolaki criticized the government for its handling of the investigative committee regarding the OPEKEPE, claiming that ND refuses to summon crucial witnesses and banning TV coverage reflects panic.

Nikos Androulakis, president of PASOK, delivered a strong critique of the government and Kyriakos Mitsotakis during an event in Kastoria, criticizing the New Democracy party for lacking a plan and abandoning rural areas amidst agricultural protests and a scandal at OPEKEPE.

Paraskey Tychopoulou criticizes the transfer to a position at the AADE unrelated to her previous role at OPEKEPE, calling it a provocation.

In a challenging year with payment delays due to OPEKEPE, Agriculture Minister Tsiaras noted that they have managed to secure higher payments for farmers.

From January 1, 2026, OPEKEPE will be integrated into the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), along with the transfer of its 624 existing personnel positions.

The OPEKEPE organization officially concludes its operations today, integrating into AADE with the establishment of a new General Directorate focused on controls and payments.

The trial regarding Novartis continued with testimonies implicating Konstantinos Frouzis as a key informant, while the accused denied any form of pressure from authorities.

Destevasidis claimed in his testimony that Novartis operated similarly to Greece's agricultural payments agency OPEKEPE, suggesting issues of accountability in the pharmaceutical industry.

POGEDY criticizes the government for attempting to fix the problematic OPEKEPE while undermining public services.