Trial of OPEKEPE: Varra is set to testify on Tuesday with a 'heavy' file
Grigoris Varra, former president of OPEKEPE, will present a 93-page document during his testimony in an ongoing court case involving former officials of the organization.
OPEKEPE: Turmoil in New Democracy over the new case – How many MPs are 'looking into it'
There is significant turmoil within the New Democracy parliamentary group in Greece due to the emerging implications of the OPEKEPE case and related wiretapping allegations.
Kovesi on OPEKEPE: 'There are other subsidy cases'
European prosecutor Laura Kovesi indicated that investigations into agricultural subsidies extend beyond a single case, involving multiple ongoing inquiries.
PASOK: Avgenakis was aware of the corruption party at OPEKEPE - Will the government continue to cover for him?
The Greek PASOK party accuses the government of covering up the corruption allegations surrounding former minister Avgenakis, who allegedly knew about the scandal within the OPEKEPE organization.
PASOK: Attacks on the government regarding Avgenakis - 'Silent on the scandal at OPEKEPE'
The PASOK party criticizes the Greek government for covering up former Minister Avgenakis' involvement in a corruption scandal at OPEKEPE.
Simandrakos for OPEKEPE: 'Suffocating pressures from Avgenakis' - What he testified in court
Former OPEKEPE president Evangelos Simandrakos testified in court about the intense pressures he faced from then Minister of Rural Development Lefteris Avgenakis during his tenure.
Former president of OPEKEPE claims he faced pressure from Lefteris Avgenakis
The former president of Greece's agricultural payment agency OPEKEPE has accused ex-Minister Lefteris Avgenakis of exerting intense pressure during his tenure.
Tychropoulou on OPEKEPE: 'It was impossible not to detect the fraud'
A key witness described the extensive fraud within the OPEKEPE during 2020, asserting that it was impossible not to notice it during court testimony against two former officials accused of misconduct.
New Left: After the Varras document, the case of OPEKEPE is reopened
The New Left party in Greece claims that a recent announcement from the Ministry of Rural Development undermines the government's defense regarding the OPEKEPE scandal, renewing calls for a preliminary investigation committee.
SYRIZA: Document reveals perjury and a deliberate attempt to cover up at OPEKEPE
The SYRIZA party claims that a document confirming the involvement of Minister Voridis in a cover-up regarding the management of public funds was known to the Ministry of Rural Development as early as 2020.
Ministry of Rural Development: Document from the former president of OPEKEPE sent to Mr. Voridis via email
A document from the former president of OPEKEPE, Grigoris Varas, was sent to former Minister Makis Voridis via email, which is now part of a parliamentary debate concerning agricultural subsidies.
Parliament: Confrontation between Voridis and the opposition regarding Varra's informative note for OPEKEPE
A confrontation occurred in the Greek Parliament between former Minister of Rural Development Makis Voridis and opposition MPs over an informative note concerning the allocation of public grazing lands in 2020.
OPEKEPE: 'Stings' of Voridis - 'I do not know Varra's document, the government should conduct an investigation'
Makis Voridis stated in Parliament that he had never received a document warning of a significant increase in the national stock, suggesting the government should investigate its existence.
K. Tsiaras: The pathologies of OPEKEPE are timeless, reforms address dysfunctions
Greek Minister of Rural Development and Food, Kostas Tsiaras, emphasized the need to regain trust in the payment system for agricultural subsidies during a discussion about an investigative committee's findings.
Hard Attack by Androulakis on ND - A Monument of Hypocrisy the Report on OPEKEPE
Nikos Androulakis, leader of PASOK, fiercely criticized the Greek New Democracy party in Parliament, calling the report on OPEKEPE a hypocritical monument.
OPEKEPE: The findings of the Investigative Committee are presented to the Plenary of the Parliament today
The Plenary of the Greek Parliament is discussing the findings of the Investigative Committee concerning OPEKEPE today, which absolve two ministers from criminal responsibility while highlighting ongoing issues with agricultural compensation.
The report of the investigation into OPEKEPE enters the Plenary of the Parliament
The report from the investigation committee regarding OPEKEPE is set to be discussed in the Plenary of the Hellenic Parliament today, with differing conclusions from the parties involved.
Scandal OPEKEPE: 'Blank Pages' Instead of Leases and Million Euro Holes in Subsidies
A significant trial is underway involving 25 individuals accused of defrauding EU agricultural subsidies amounting to over €250,000, highlighting systemic failures in the oversight of such funds in Greece.
OPEKEPE: The report of the Investigative Committee has been delivered to the Speaker of the Parliament
The report of the Investigative Committee concerning OPEKEPE has been delivered to the President of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis.
Front pages of newspapers: Tempi, OPEKEPE, and Mitsotakis's jabs at Samaras in today's press
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.
M. Apostolaki: The Investigation was Orchestrated by New Democracy as a 'Cleansing of Responsibilities'
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.
Curtains with nails for the OPEKEPE investigative committee – The next steps
The Hellenic Parliament's investigative committee into OPEKEPE concluded its five-month sessions with opposing reports from the ruling majority and opposition parties.
KKE Report in the Inquiry Committee for OPEKEPE: Conscious Decision of ND to Avoid Investigation of Ministers' Criminal Responsibilities
The Greek Communist Party (KKE) accuses the ruling New Democracy party of deliberately avoiding accountability for ministers involved in the OPEKEPE scandal.
Investigative Committee for OPEKEPE: The discussion about the findings takes place in a confrontational atmosphere – The request for the continuation of the Committee's work was rejected
The investigative committee regarding the OPEKEPE case closes its proceedings amid heated exchanges, having rejected a request from the opposition to continue their work.
Committees
The investigative committee for the OPEKEPE concluded without providing any significant insights.
5 in the morning: The new threats from Putin – The findings for OPEKEPE – The fighter Olympiacos
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.
PASOK's report on OPEKEPE: The goal of the Inquiry Committee is cover-up – Criminal responsibilities for Voridis and Avgenakis
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.
OPEKEPE Scandal: The ND's Report is Exonerating for Voridis – Augenakis
The report from the governing majority in the investigative committee concerning OPEKEPE declares both Voridis and Augenakis exonerated from wrongdoing.
Preliminary investigation for Voridis, Avgenakis requested by the opposition – The findings for OPEKEPE
The opposition demands a preliminary investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal, indicating significant political implications and responsibility that extend beyond individual officials.
ND Report on OPEKEPE: No Criminal Responsibilities for Voridis and Avgenakis
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.
Pasok for OPEKEPE: Requests preliminary investigation for Voridis and Avgenakis
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.
KKE: Requests the continuation of the work of the investigative committee on OPEKEPE
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.
Joint report of SYRIZA and the New Left on OPEKEPE: Clear political responsibilities – A preliminary inquiry for Voridis and Avgenakis should be established
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.
OPEKEPE: Joint report by SYRIZA and the New Left - They demand a preliminary inquiry for Voridis and Avgenakis
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.
Parliament: A Week of Developments for the OPEKEPE Case – Party Findings Submitted to the Investigative Committee
This week marks significant developments in the OPEKEPE case as findings from various political parties are submitted to the parliamentary investigative committee.
OPEKEPE: The parties' findings, the last meeting of the investigation 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.
The ‘OPEKEPE’ and… ‘the free ride is over’: When the carnival is inspired by political current events
This year's Patras Carnival festivities focus on political satire, featuring grand parades with costumes that reflect contemporary political themes.
With Float... OPEKEPE Starts the Peak of the Patras Carnival
The Patras Carnival is in full swing, showcasing vibrant parades and festive atmospheres in the city's center.
PASOK: The ND was playing its last cards with disciplinary checks on our member because a tsunami was coming for a prominent 'blue' official from OPEKEPE
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.
New report by Vourliotis on OPEKEPE - Agricultural unionist concealed 8 million euros
A prominent agricultural unionist in Greece has reportedly concealed assets amounting to 8 million euros amidst allegations of illegal subsidies.
The request of PASOK for a full investigation and continuation of the inquiry regarding the OPEKEPE
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.
Pasok: Requests Kaklamanis' intervention for OPEKEPE
The Pasok party has requested intervention from the President of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis, for a thorough investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal.
Mini OPEKEPE or something more?
The article discusses the subdued government response to allegations against PASOK official Panagopoulos amid an economic scandal.
OPEKEPE: The response of the AADE to the complaint of V. Kokkalis regarding "livestock farmers" without production
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.
Real Polls: Citizens' 'Anger' Over Scandals in OPEKEPE and GSEE – Majority Blames All Parties
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.
OPEKEPE: Complaint by Vassilis Kokkalis about subsidies to 29,000 "farmers" without production
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.
V. Kokkalis: A document from OPEKEPE indicates subsidies to 29,000 'farmers' without production
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 on the prosecution of G. Xylouris: Until today, the main detainee for OPEKEPE cases is a godfather of N. Androulakis
M. Lazaridis discusses the prosecution of G. Xylouris and implicates political connections within the OPEKEPE cases.
Criminal prosecution for disobedience against G. Xylouris
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.
OPEKEPE: Prosecution for Disobedience of 'Frappes' – When Will Xylouris Be Tried
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.