Greek Prosecutor Accused of Cover-Up in Institutional Scandal
The head of the Greek Supreme Court Prosecutor's Office is accused of maintaining an institutional wound and undermining public trust in justice through a perceived cover-up.
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New Request to Reopen Greek Wiretapping Case
A new request has been submitted to the Greek Supreme Court to retrieve the case file concerning the Predator spyware wiretapping scandal. The request was filed by the lawyer representing journalist Thanasis Koukakis.
Greek Supreme Court Judicial Appointments and Government Relations
Senior Greek judges have once again turned their backs on the government, with discussions ongoing regarding the most likely candidates for the position of Prosecutor of the Supreme Court.
Greek Supreme Court Explains Refusal to Release Giotopoulos
The Fifth Criminal Division of the Greek Supreme Court (Areios Pagos) has issued its reasoning for ruling that the legal conditions for the conditional release of Alexandros Giotopoulos, a convicted terrorist, have not been met.
Greek Supreme Court Orders Return to Prison for Individual
A Greek individual is set to return to prison following a ruling by the Supreme Court, which accepted a proposal to overturn a previous decision by the Piraeus Court of Appeal's judicial council.
New Wave of Appeals Expected After Greek Supreme Court Ruling on Katseli Law Loans
A new wave of judicial appeals is anticipated following the Greek Supreme Court's plenary decision regarding loans under the Katseli law. Legal experts believe decision 6/2026 will form the basis for a new cycle of legal claims.
Elections Held for New Leadership of Greek Supreme Court and Council of State
Judges and prosecutors of the Supreme Court (Areios Pagos) and judges of the Council of State (Symvoulio tis Epikrateias) cast their votes to pre-select colleagues for leadership positions in Greece's highest courts.
Greek Supreme Court Prosecutor Refuses Parliament Wiretapping Inquiry
Greece's Supreme Court Prosecutor, K. Tzavellas, has declined to appear before the Parliament's Institutions and Transparency Committee. He was summoned to provide explanations regarding ongoing wiretapping allegations.
Greek Supreme Court Approves Two-Year Extension for European Prosecutors
The Supreme Court (Areios Pagos) unanimously approved a two-year extension of the term for the three delegated European Prosecutors serving in the Greek branch of the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
Greek Supreme Court Denies Report on Judge's Resignation Reasons
The Greek Supreme Court has issued a denial regarding a published report concerning the reasons for a Supreme Court judge's resignation. The court stated that the report contained inaccuracies that undermine the prestige of justice.
Greek Supreme Court Urges Conclusion of Trial to Prevent Misdemeanors from Being Time-Barred
The Greek Supreme Court has reportedly adopted the government's stance on courtroom adequacy and is pushing for a trial to conclude quickly to prevent misdemeanors from expiring due to time limits.
Greek Supreme Court Rules Against Dismissal of Public Sector Retirees Who Continue Working
The Greek Supreme Court has ruled in favor of public sector retirees who continue to work, stating that their continued employment is not a valid reason for dismissal and they cannot be reclassified to the lowest pay scale.
Greek Supreme Court Ruling Impacts Banks with €1.5 Billion Losses
A Greek Supreme Court decision regarding the calculation of interest on loans under the Katseli Law is expected to cause substantial losses of €1.5 billion for banks, leading to a wave of lawsuits and retroactive payments.
Greek Prosecutor Rejects Reopening Phone Tapping Case
The Greek Supreme Court prosecutor has rejected requests to reopen the investigation into the phone tapping scandal, keeping the case archived. This decision means the high-profile wiretapping allegations will not be further pursued by the prosecutor's office.
New Appointments for Greek Supreme Court President and Prosecutor
Panagiotis Lymperopoulos has been appointed as the new President of the Greek Supreme Court for a four-year term, while Evangelos Bakelas will serve as the new Prosecutor for two years. The appointments follow the stepping down of Anastasia Papadopoulou and Konstantinos Tzavellas.
Avramopoulos Seeks Annulment of Arrest Warrant from Supreme Court
Dimitris Avramopoulos has appealed to the Greek Supreme Court, requesting the annulment of the European arrest warrant issued against him. He is seeking to have the warrant canceled through this legal action.
Greek Supreme Court Cites Lack of Remorse in Giotopoulos Case
The Greek Supreme Court's reasoning in the case of Alexandros Giotopoulos highlights his lack of remorse, which is assessed as an indication that his required moral transformation has not been completed.
Supreme Court Decision on Katseli Law Loan Interest Deemed Binding
The Greek Supreme Court's decision regarding loan interest under the Katseli Law is considered binding and not optional, according to legal experts. This ruling is expected to have significant implications for loan beneficiaries.
Greek Supreme Court Rules on Katseli Law Loan Interest Calculation
The Greek Supreme Court has issued a decision regarding the calculation of interest for loans under the Katseli Law, bringing relief to thousands of borrowers. The ruling specifies that interest should be calculated based on the monthly installment rather than the total outstanding amount.
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Greek Supreme Court Upholds Mati Fire Convictions
The Greek Supreme Court definitively upheld the convictions of those found guilty in the deadly Mati wildfire case. The court's decision means the defendants' guilt is irrevocably established, though some aspects regarding mitigating circumstances for certain officials will be re-examined.
Supreme Court Orders Urgent Probe into Media Coverage of Ilioupoli Teenagers' Fall
The Greek Supreme Court has intervened, ordering an urgent preliminary investigation into media reports regarding the case of two 17-year-old girls who fell from the sixth floor of an apartment building in Ilioupoli.
Greek Supreme Court Decision Draws Criticism
The Greek Supreme Court (Areios Pagos) has issued a decision that is being widely criticized as a blow to the rule of law.
Greek Supreme Court Approves "De Grece" Surname for Former Royals
The Greek Council of State has made a historic decision, officially approving the citizenship and surname "De Grece" for Pavlos and nine other members of the former royal family, granting them all constitutional rights, including the right to vote and stand for election.
Greek Supreme Court Addresses Tempi Train Crash Trial Protests, Urges Justice
The Greek Supreme Court has issued a statement regarding the Tempi train crash trial, emphasizing the importance of justice and criticizing 'outraged citizens' phenomena following protests concerning the courtroom, while also noting the risk of prescription if there are further delays.
Greek Supreme Court Rules Retirement Not Grounds for Dismissal or Salary Reduction
The Greek Supreme Court issued a landmark decision, ruling that retirement is not a valid reason for dismissal or salary reduction, upholding the rights of retirees who continue to work.
Greek Supreme Court to Review Doctor's Conviction for Mastectomy Without Genetic Indication
The Greek Supreme Court will review the case of a doctor convicted for performing a double mastectomy on a patient without genetic predisposition, after an appeal was filed against the Thessaloniki Mixed Jury Court of Appeal's decision.
Greek MEP Challenges European Arrest Warrant in Qatargate Probe
Dimitris Avramopoulos, a former Greek European Commissioner, has asked the Greek Supreme Court to block a European arrest warrant issued by Belgian authorities in connection with the Qatar and Morocco influence-peddling scandal in the European Parliament.
Kovesi Challenges Greek Supreme Court on European Delegated Prosecutors' Term
European Chief Prosecutor Laura Codruța Kövesi has appealed to the Greek Supreme Court, challenging the two-year term for Greek European Delegated Prosecutors and advocating for a five-year tenure. This move aims to ensure greater stability and effectiveness for the prosecutors handling EU financial crime cases.
Greek Supreme Court Did Not Issue Consultation Opinion on Loan Servicers
Apostolaki stated that the Supreme Court did not issue an opinion for consultation with funds and servicers regarding the calculation of monthly installments for judicial settlements. She highlighted that the Supreme Court's plenary decision, which protected thousands of primary residences, has caused clear discomfort for the government.
Greek Supreme Court Rules on Retroactivity of Katseli Law Loans
The Greek Supreme Court has issued a decision regarding the retroactivity of Katseli Law loans, affecting how borrowers will repay interest and requiring banks to return certain amounts. The author of the law commented on the ruling.
Greek Supreme Court Rules on Katseli Law Loan Interest Calculation
The Greek Supreme Court has published its landmark decision on the Katseli Law, ruling in favor of borrowers regarding the method of calculating interest on 'red loans.' This decision clarifies how interest will be applied to these non-performing loans.
Greek Supreme Court Reviews Appeal Against 17N Member Giotopoulos' Release
The Supreme Court Prosecutor's Office in Greece is currently examining an appeal filed against the decision to release Alexandros Giotopoulos, a convicted member of the November 17 terrorist group. This review could potentially overturn his recent release.
Countdown Begins for New Greek Supreme Court Leadership
The countdown has begun for the new leadership of Greece's Supreme Court (Areios Pagos), with the current Prosecutor expected to hand over his duties to his successor by the end of June.
Greek Supreme Court to Rule on European Prosecutor's Term
The Greek Supreme Court holds the final authority regarding the renewal of the European Public Prosecutor's term, amidst a reported dispute between a Greek minister and the European Public Prosecutor'
Greek Supreme Court Reopens Wiretapping Investigation After Convictions
Greece's Supreme Court will re-investigate a wiretapping case following a decision by the Athens Misdemeanor Court, which called for new individuals and offenses, including espionage, to be considered.
Greek Supreme Court Rules Retirement Not Grounds for Dismissal or Wage Reduction
Greece's Supreme Court (Areios Pagos) ruled that retirement and continued employment in the same position cannot be a reason for dismissal or wage reduction, upholding the rights of retirees who continue to work.
Greek Supreme Court Orders EYP to Submit Journalist's Communication Interception File
Greece's Supreme Court has ordered the National Intelligence Service (EYP) to submit the official file regarding the lifting of journalist Thanasis Koukakis' communication secrecy to the Council of State.