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EU Prosecutors Investigate New Democracy Party for €300M Fraud

4/6/2026

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The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating 20 members of the New Democracy party over nearly €300 million in fraudulent EU subsidies.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis framed the scandal as a “deep state” issue.
Mitsotakis stated that the fraudulent activities began before his tenure.
He urged prosecutors to act swiftly.
Calls for early elections are increasing as criticism of Mitsotakis grows.

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The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating 20 members of the New Democracy party over nearly €300 million in fraudulent EU subsidies.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis framed the scandal as a “deep state” issue.
Mitsotakis stated that the fraudulent activities began before his tenure.
He urged prosecutors to act swiftly.
Calls for early elections are increasing as criticism of Mitsotakis grows.