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New Greek Party 'National Unity' Founded by Giorgos Karatzaferis

"National Unity" is the name of the new party that was presented by Giorgos Karatzaferis and Takis Baltakos. The leader of the new party will be Karatzaferis, while Baltakos will be its secretary. "National Unity's" logo will be a torch. Both...

Greek Party Leader Karatzaferis to be Prosecuted for Financial Crimes

Greek politician and LAOS party leader Giorgos Karatzaferis, who faces charges of filing inaccurate wealth statement as well as money laundering, will be examined by a tribunal, was decided late on Wednesday by the relevant Parliamentary Committee. The decision to examine...

Leader of Greek Party Probed for €6 Million in Defense Kickbacks

Leader of People's Orthodox Party (LAOS) Giorgos Karatzaferis is facing serious charges of money laundering and receiving kickbacks from arms supplies during the tenure of Akis Tsochatzopoulos as Defense Minister. Karatzaferis is facing three felony charges if the probe conducted...

Karatzaferis' Comeback in Greek Politics

Popular-Orthodox LAOS party president Giorgos Karatzaferis appeared on Greek television this morning, to respond to rumors that he is considering returning to New Democracy party. Karatzaferis clarified that his goal is to come to an agreement over a new policy, “to...

Karatzaferis Recovering After Surgery

Leader of the Popular Orthodox Party (LAOS) Giorgos Karatzaferis underwent an angioplasty and stent procedure to open a blocked blood vessel. Mr. Karatzaferis suffered a cardiovascular episode and was rushed to Iatriko Kentro hospital, Athens, Greece, on Saturday evening. The surgery...

Right-wing LAOS Will Run Independently in June 17 Elections

The former Parliamentary group of right-wing LAOS (Popular Orthodox Rally) unanimously has decided to run independently in the next elections planned for June 17. Today, the party members met under their President Giorgos Karatzaferis and decided not to run with...

PM's Party Leaders Meeting Postponed due to Troika Talks

A meeting between Prime Minister Lucas Papademos and the leaders of the three parties that make up his coalition government has been moved from Saturday to Sunday, a few hours before the Greek premier is due to meet his...