In a recent appearance on Naftemporiki TV, PASOK spokesperson Kostas Tsoukalas has voiced strong criticism against the Greek government regarding its handling of a contentious constitutional amendment that has pitted the government against former party leader Evangelos Benizelos. The dispute predominantly revolves around Article 86, which relates to immunity for government officials, an issue that Tsoukalas argues the government has strategically manipulated to protect its ministers from accountability. He emphasized that the current government is unique in its use of this constitutional provision to evade scrutiny for allegations against key officials such as Ministers Voridis and Avgenakis.

Tsoukalas further challenged the ruling New Democracy party to remember its own history, noting their vote in favor of the contentious Article in 2001, while also calling on other parties such as the KKE and SYRIZA to acknowledge their past support for the executive law enacted in 2003. By referencing the bipartisan support for these articles in previous years, he criticized the government for acting as if the public were uninformed, comparing their constituents to 'lotus eaters' who forget important political history.

In light of these remarks, Tsoukalas reiterated the necessity for the revision of Article 86, suggesting that it is essential for the accountability of public officials in Greece. His comments reflect ongoing tensions within Greek politics, indicating that the left-wing opposition continues to push for reforms aimed at increasing government transparency and responsibility, while the ruling party finds itself navigating through a politically sensitive issue with significant implications for its governance and public trust.