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Putin’s “Harem”: The $78 million cleaning lady, the Olympic lover & the revelations about his secret life
A new book by Russian investigative journalists sheds light on Vladimir Putin’s rumored love affairs, the fortunes allegedly accumulated by those involved, and the Kremlin’s efforts to keep his private life out of public view
Eastern Mediterranean Forum: Athens plans invitations to Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt and Libya – The thorns and unacceptable demands of Ankara
Migration, protection of the marine environment, connectivity, maritime delimitation and civil protection are the five thematic areas that could be discussed - Ankara's demands, the political pending in Libya and the obstacles that the Foreign Ministry has to overcome
Mitsotakis at Peristeri Court of First Instance: Questioning trust in justice in this toxic environment can become a self-fulfilling prophecy in citizens’ minds
“The difficult task of reform is being advanced with determination and persistence, and always with trust in justice,” emphasized the Prime Minister
Air Defense Shield, tackling threats in the south too: Greece’s key proposals for EU defense readiness
The European Commission’s roadmap for four flagship defense projects up to 2030 includes key proposals submitted by Greece
Trump seeks a second chance for Ukraine after the Alaska fiasco: Contacts with Zelensky & Putin, Tomahawks as a barometer
The new meeting between the American and Russian Presidents is expected to take shape in Budapest, which is already preparing, according to statements by Viktor Orban
Mitsotakis in Parliament on national issues: Diplomacy cannot be confused with revolutionary tactics (updated)
The Prime Minister urged “Self-restraint towards the pseudo-patriots” in Parliament – accused SYRIZA of hypocrisy – “During the four years you governed, why didn’t you recognize a Palestinian state?” – Took a jab at Androulakis – “Would you have grabbed Trump by the lapel?”
See Mitsotakis’ second speech in Parliament live (updated)
“Parliamentary democracy has rules, and those rules must be respected,” he emphasized, criticizing the overrun of speaking time
Draft Budget: Additional permanent revenue through new measures against tax evasion & smuggling for 2026
The answer to where additional revenue will come from to fund benefits and tax cuts totaling €1.76 billion in 2026, without the need to impose new taxes to cover this cost for the public sector
Mitsotakis briefs Parliament on Foreign Policy – What he will say about “active diplomacy”, the Palestinian Issue & Turkey
The debate among political leaders will begin at 11:00 a.m., with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expected to emphasize that “Greece exercises its sovereign rights on the ground, not through slogans and shouting”
