In a significant decision, the plenary of the Greek Parliament voted in favor of lifting the parliamentary immunity of New Democracy MP, Dimitris Markopoulos. This decision comes in light of a lawsuit filed by Stefanos Kasselakis, president of the newly formed 'Democracy Movement' party, concerning allegations of defamation and insult stemming from comments made by Markopoulos during a public television interview in July 2025. The vote saw an overwhelming majority of members support the move, with 234 out of 246 representatives voting 'yes' to lifting the immunity, highlighting the seriousness with which parliament views the allegations against Markopoulos.

Markopoulos, in his defense during the parliamentary session, commented on the challenges of transitioning from a background in lifestyle television to the political arena, suggesting that the lawsuit was an attempt to regain lost ground through legal means rather than political discourse. This incident sparked a heated confrontation between him and another politician, Zoi Konstantopoulou, underscoring the rising tensions in Greek political discourse as personal disputes increasingly intersect with broader political conflicts.

The implications of lifting Markopoulos’s immunity are significant, as it allows legal proceedings to move forward against a sitting parliament member, potentially setting a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future. With political figures facing lawsuits that allege inappropriate conduct or remarks, the political landscape in Greece may experience shifts in accountability, political strategy, and public trust as these developments unfold.