# Greek political opposition to Mitsotakis government > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-political-opposition-to-mitsotakis-government > Updated: 2026-08-28T09:56:25.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 5. Political tensions in Greece have intensified as opposition parties challenge Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and the New Democracy government on both social and structural policy fronts. Initially, the administration faced criticism regarding legislation to legalize same-sex marriage, with former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras accusing the government of pursuing a “woke” agenda. Opposition criticism has since expanded to include foreign policy, domestic crisis management, and economic strategy. PASOK has criticized the government’s response to Turkish provocations and fire season management, while SYRIZA has dismissed government claims regarding inflation and electricity costs as “government propaganda.” Internal parliamentary disputes have further strained relations, specifically regarding the vacancy left by Olga Gerovasilis. SYRIZA nominated MP Elena Akrita for the position of Vice President of the Hellenic Parliament, a move that has triggered a significant procedural and political standoff. New Democracy has indicated it will not support Akrita, citing her “intense criticism” of the government, a “non-conducive profile,” and a “toxic climate” surrounding her name. Some officials have further labeled her an “influencer” and cited past “extreme” rhetoric as reasons for her unsuitability. Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis has criticized PASOK for supporting the candidacy, accusing the party of inconsistency and aligning with “extreme elements.” SYRIZA officials, including Nikos Pappas, have characterized the situation as an “institutional slide,” warning that the Parliament could move toward a single-party presidency. Akrita has responded to the lack of support by describing it as a “badge of honor.” The confrontation escalated following television comments by Marinakis, who alleged that Akrita had participated in online rhetoric involving calls for violence and “hangings” in public squares. Akrita has denied these claims, labeling them “slanderous lies,” and has threatened legal action if a retraction is not issued. SYRIZA has condemned the remarks as an attempt to justify institutional attacks and poison public discourse. ## Claims - New Democracy sources indicate the party will not vote for Elena Akrita as Vice President of the Parliament. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The refusal to support Akrita is attributed to her critical stance toward the government and New Democracy rather than her party affiliation. (corroborated by 2 sources) - SYRIZA claims New Democracy's decision demonstrates an aversion to parliamentary oversight and political criticism. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Nikos Pappas characterizes New Democracy's stance on Elena Akrita's candidacy as an 'institutional slide'. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The refusal to support Elena Akrita could lead to a single-party parliamentary presidency. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Pappas called on Alexis Tsipras and independent MPs to support Akrita's candidacy. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Elena Akrita described the decision as a ‘badge of honor’ resulting from her parliamentary work. (single source) - Sources suggest that the absence of a fifth Vice President will not significantly impact parliamentary operations. (single source) - The Vice President position became vacant following the resignation of Olga Gerovasilis. (single source) - The government's decision on early debt repayment burdens taxpayers by 300 million euros annually. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: Elena Akrita threatens legal action against Pavlos Marinakis Greek MP Elena Akrita has threatened legal action against government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis following his allegations that she incited violence online during a dispute over her parliamentary candidacy. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/elena-akrita-threatens-legal-action-against-pavlos-marinakis ### 2026-08-26: Elena Akrita nomination sparks political clash in Greece Greek political parties are clashing over SYRIZA's nomination of Elena Akrita for Parliamentary Vice President, as New Democracy signals it will not support her candidacy. 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/elena-akrita-new-democracy-to-oppose-her-election-as-parliament-vice-president ### 2026-08-24: SYRIZA nominates Elena Akrita for Greek Parliament Vice President SYRIZA has nominated Elena Akrita as Vice President of the Greek Parliament following Olga Gerovasilis's departure from the party. The party also criticized the Mitsotakis government's economic policies. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/syriza-criticizes-prime-minister-mitsotakis-over-economic-claims ### 2026-08-21: Greek opposition parties criticize Mitsotakis government Greek opposition parties, including PASOK and SYRIZA, are criticizing Prime Minister Mitsotakis over foreign policy toward Turkey, wildfire management, taxation, and national economic priorities. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pasok-criticizes-mitsotakis-over-turkish-relations-and-taxation ### 2026-08-02: Kyriakos Mitsotakis confronts opposition on LGBT marriage law and parliamentary strategy Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis pushes same‑sex marriage legislation despite criticism from Antonis Samaras, while analyst M. Maximos warns the opposition is being exhausted ahead of 2027 elections. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyriakos-mitsotakis-confronts-opposition-on-lgbt-marriage-law-and-parliamentary-strategy --- Cite as: Greek political opposition to Mitsotakis government. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/greek-political-opposition-to-mitsotakis-government