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Saturday, September 19, 2026
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New developments have emerged in the high-profile Mazonakis death investigation, with the two detained doctors making their first requests while their financial affairs are being closely scrutinized. This comes as a new Eurostat report indicates a decline in living conditions and an increase in poverty in the country, challenging the government's narrative of economic improvement.
Despite the Eurostat report, Greece received positive economic news with credit rating agencies Scope and Moody's upgrading the nation's creditworthiness, signaling an improved economic outlook. Meanwhile, a political controversy has erupted after New Democracy MEP Fredi Beleris praised Ilias Kasidiaris, a former Golden Dawn MP recently released from prison after serving a sentence for directing a criminal organization.
Domestically, Athens is preparing for a car-free weekend with several road closures, and a hunger strike by Aristotelis Hantzis has drawn attention to refugee housing issues. In defense news, a joint military exercise with Cyprus and Egypt recently concluded, sending a strong message of regional cooperation.
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A Eurostat report indicates a decline in living conditions and an increase in poverty in Greece since 2019, contradicting the government's narrative of economic improvement. However, credit rating agencies Scope and Moody's have upgraded Greece's creditworthiness, signaling a more stable economic outlook.
in.gr:
Eurostat Report Contradicts Mitsotakis' Narrative of Improved Living…
A new Eurostat report indicates a decline in living conditions in Greece, with poverty increasing since 2019. The report places Greece among the EU's lowest performers, noting that real income remains significantly below 2010 levels.
Kathimerini:
Greece's Credit Rating Upgraded by Scope and Moody's
Credit rating agencies Scope and Moody's have both upgraded Greece's creditworthiness, signaling improved economic stability and outlook for the country.
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New Democracy MEP Fredi Beleris has caused a stir by praising Ilias Kasidiaris, a former Golden Dawn MP who was recently released from prison after being convicted for directing a criminal organization. Kasidiaris has vowed to return to politics, though legal restrictions may impede his efforts.
News247:
MEP of ND Fredi Beleris praises Kasidiaris - Storm of reactions
A European Parliament member from New Democracy, Fredi Beleris, has praised Ilias Kasidiaris, sparking significant backlash and controversy.
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Athens is set to implement a car-free initiative this weekend, resulting in the closure of several roads to traffic in the capital.
in.gr:
Athens Car-Free Weekend: Which Roads Will Be Closed?
Athens will implement a car-free initiative over the weekend, with several roads closed to traffic. The report details which specific streets will be affected by the closures.
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Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt recently concluded a joint military exercise, which served to send a strong message of expanding cooperation and regional security in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Kathimerini:
Greece-Cyprus-Egypt Military Exercise Sends Strong Message
A joint military exercise involving Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt, which concluded recently, sent a clear message of strong and expanding cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean. The exercise aimed to showcase regional security partnerships.
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