Greek Solution Leader Slams Wiretapping Case Archive as 'Equalization of Justice'
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Kyriakos Velopoulos, leader of the Greek Solution party, criticizes the Supreme Court's decision to archive the wiretapping case.
- He alleges the government is attempting to cover up the scandal and treat citizens as "fools."
- Velopoulos announced his party will support a parliamentary inquiry into the wiretapping affair.
The recent decision by the Supreme Court to archive the wiretapping case has ignited fierce criticism from Kyriakos Velopoulos, the president of the Greek Solution party. In an exclusive interview with 'Society Hour MEGA,' Velopoulos did not mince words, labeling the court's move as an "equalization of justice" and accusing the government of orchestrating a cover-up.
It is an equalization of justice.
Velopoulos expressed outrage at what he perceives as a blatant disregard for public intelligence, stating, "They are treating us like fools." He highlighted the perceived double standard in how different cases are handled, questioning why certain individuals are silenced while others are subject to judicial proceedings. This, he argued, undermines the very foundation of justice and suggests a government operating above the law.
They are treating us like fools.
Looking ahead, Velopoulos declared that the Greek Solution party will back the proposal for a special investigative committee put forth by PASOK President Nikos Androulakis. He anticipates this motion will pass with a significant majority, signaling a strong parliamentary push to scrutinize the wiretapping scandal. Velopoulos warned that if the government continues on this path, it risks further destabilization and could lead to its downfall, emphasizing that "the state is not a spoil of war."
The state is not a spoil of war.
From the perspective of Greek Solution, this wiretapping scandal, deeply rooted in the Maximos Mansion, represents a "Cosa Nostra"-like operation rather than legitimate governance. Velopoulos views the Supreme Court's decision not just as an affront to justice but as an act that effectively decriminalizes espionage. He asserts that the Prime Minister's alleged intervention constitutes a criminal offense in a state of law, and that such actions, along with the manipulation of laws against businessmen, demonstrate a government operating with impunity. The party believes that only through the removal of the current government and the installation of a serious administration, like Greek Solution, can justice be served and accountability be enforced.
With the Tzavela decision, we have an equalization of justice and we have a second element. With the Tzavela decision, espionage is no longer a crime.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.