Greek Solution Leader Criticizes Government on Inflation, Wiretapping

Kyriakos Velopoulos, president of the Greek Solution party, launched a sharp critique against the government and other political parties on Live News, addressing issues such as inflation, wiretapping, and political developments.

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Is it possible that New Democracy is preparing a provision this summer to grant Tal Dillian extraterritorial status, because they are cornered and have evidence?

Regarding the economy, Velopoulos claimed the government benefits from increased VAT revenue and is not genuinely tackling inflation. He recalled proposing the development of a food industry in Greece in 2019. He highlighted that a single chain controls 40% of products consumed in Greece, with five companies dominating three-quarters of the market, calling it a "cartel" that the state fails to address because inflation serves the government's interests. He criticized the lack of effective controls, stating that fines are never paid. Velopoulos questioned why Greece cannot implement price increases on essential goods, as Germany has, suggesting a lack of will rather than capability, and asserted that the government prefers Greeks to be hungry.

On the New Democracy party and the wiretapping affair, Velopoulos questioned the party's alleged plan to grant Tal Dillian extraterritorial status, suggesting it was a move to contain damage from evidence. He expressed disbelief that someone involved in such activities would be allowed to be tried in Israel, stating, "Give me the chance and I will put them in jail." He predicted they would introduce a law to facilitate this.

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Instead of these people who had him do what he did being in jail, we'll give him extraterritoriality so he can be tried in Israel?

Responding to a question about Maria Karystianou, Velopoulos stated he could oppose Mitsotakis, Androulakis, or Tsipras, but not her, as she lacks a program. He disagreed with her stance on same-sex marriage and adoption, and questioned who funded her, noting her focus on justice and transparency without revealing her financial backing. He suggested that true intentions become clear over time.

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Give me the chance and I will put them in jail. They will bring a law, they are thinking about it.

Commenting on Antonis Samaras and the possibility of forming a new party, Velopoulos dismissed the idea, stating that if 1,000 people from New Democracy form a party, it doesn't concern him. He believes the problem with Greek politicians is their focus on others rather than themselves. He emphasized that Greek Solution has presented specific proposals, including for housing and the re-establishment of the Workers' Housing Organization (OEK), suggesting the use of public and municipal land for affordable construction. He also stressed the need for politicians to ensure decent wages and pensions. Finally, he mentioned plans to create a state bank funded by state revenues.

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I can oppose Mr. Mitsotakis, Mr. Androulakis, Mr. Tsipras, but with (Maria Karystianou) what should I oppose? Since she has no program.