Greek MP Pavlos Polakis, a member of the SYRIZA party, has responded strongly to a recent proposal by the parliamentary Ethics Committee aimed at lifting his immunity. He claimed this proposal, which marks the 13th occasion he has faced such a request, is not only unprecedented but also the most 'vulgar and provocative' of all. Polakis pointed out that this particular request is a retaliation against him for providing testimony in a trial related to the scandal involving 23 illegal hires during his previous tenure in office.

Polakis's remarks underscore his belief that the government's actions are an attempt to silence him due to his role as a witness and critic in ongoing legal proceedings. He further emphasized that instead of acting against the officials responsible for the case, such as the minister who withdrew the EODY's support, the government has targetted him for standing up against perceived injustices. This response illustrates the heightened political tensions in Greece, highlighting the contentious nature of parliamentary discourse surrounding legal accountability.

Moreover, the implications of this issue extend beyond Polakis himself; they mirror broader concerns regarding political immunity and accountability within the Greek parliamentary system. As debates on such proposals tend to intensify, they raise questions about the intersection of legal processes and political maneuvers, which can significantly affect Greece’s political landscape.