Greek Justice Ministry: No Surprise Over European Prosecutor's Letter on Legislation

Sources within Greece's Ministry of Justice have responded to a letter from the European Chief Prosecutor, Laura Kövesi, stating that the ministry was not caught off guard by its contents. The letter reportedly concerned legislative adjustments aimed at speeding up the trial process for political figures.

The ministry's response points to public statements made by Kövesi herself at the Delphi Economic Forum on April 23, 2026. These statements, according to the ministry sources, clearly indicated a positive and collaborative relationship between Greek authorities and the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO). The sources emphasized that Kövesi's remarks did not suggest any disruption to their cooperation.

According to the ministry, Kövesi acknowledged during the forum that she had a productive meeting with the Minister of Interior and anticipated increased resources for investigations. She also discussed legislative changes with the Minister of Justice, welcoming efforts to expedite legal procedures. The ministry sources highlighted Kövesi's statement, "I welcome it really. And I agree that we need to do something," as evidence that there was no surprise regarding the legislative proposals.

The ministry sources concluded that Kövesi's public comments accurately reflect the cooperative dynamic between Greece and the EPPO. They asserted that her recognition of substantial communication and agreement on necessary legislative interventions to enhance investigation effectiveness demonstrates that the EPPO was fully informed, leaving no room for surprise.