Greek Prime Minister Warns of Riots Ahead of Elections

This statement was interpreted by the opposition as “fears” for new findings concerning the wiretapping scandal.

We're going to have a riot; we're going to face a lot of toxins. And that's because nobody can challenge our work. They [the opposition] have also said nothing about what they will do in the next four years because they simply cannot speak and submit a comprehensive plan”, Mitsotakis told his lawmakers.

He also added that elections could be held in April or May, and a second round is expected four weeks later.

According to analysts, a new election law will be implemented in the upcoming elections, which will require a coalition government to govern the country.

The first round will be held in a simple majority, while for the second, a party will need about 37% of the vote to form the government. Otherwise, the first-ranked party should seek partners to govern.

In the “Greek Watergate” scandal, some politicians, journalists and businessmen were monitored by Greek secret services, which were under the personal control of Mitsotakis (EPP).