With a majority of 159 MPs, the government’s amendment for the protection of the Monument of the Unknown Soldier was approved by the plenary session of Parliament.

A total of 293 MPs participated in the process. The amendment was supported by 156 MPs from New Democracy and 3 independent MPs — Ch. Katsivardas, M. Aspiotis, and K. Floros.

The entire opposition voted against it, except for 4 MPs who were absent.

Fierce Clash in Parliament

During the debate on the amendment, there was a heated confrontation between the government and opposition parties, marked by clear ideological differences.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also addressed Parliament, emphasizing that the site is a national monument belonging to everyone — not a place for protest or activism.

“Unity must come before protest. Respect must come before shouting,” the Prime Minister stressed, adding that the government seeks to fully protect the monument’s character.

At the same time, all opposition leaders equated national liberation struggles with the pursuit of social demands.