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Nikos Dendias 2027 election campaign

Overview

Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias has launched his campaign for the 2027 elections. During a large-scale political gathering at the Akanthus center in Alimos, Dendias emphasized his lifelong loyalty to the New Democracy party, stating, “I was neither left nor center — I have always been New Democracy.”

Reflecting on his political career, Dendias noted his service under three New Democracy Prime Ministers: Kostas Karamanlis, Antonis Samaras, and Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He described himself as a “servant of the party” and a protector of its values, using the event to signal his commitment to the party's interests amidst internal criticism.

Addressing the crowd, Dendias specifically responded to internal party critics, urging them to engage in “institutional dialogue” instead of pursuing public confrontations through media appearances. He reaffirmed his rejection of ideological concessions to the center or the left, emphasizing his role in supporting the organization through both its victories and defeats.

Entities

Nikos Dendias · Kostas Karamanlis · European Union · New Democracy · Greece

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Nikos Dendias holds first major political rally in Alimos

    Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias launched his 2027 election campaign with a large rally in Alimos, emphasizing his loyalty to New Democracy and his service under three party Prime Ministers.

  2. [POLITICS] 12 sources
    Nikos Dendias calls for pan-European defense and 360-degree security

    Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias urged the EU to adopt a 360-degree security approach, addressing threats from both the North and South, including Middle East crises and the need for pan-European defense.

Sources

athina984.gr · dimokratia.gr · efsyn.gr · enikos.gr · fimotro.gr · greekcitytimes.com · iefimerida.gr · ieidiseis.gr · insider.gr · paraskhnio.gr · paron.gr · protothema.gr · sofokleousin.gr · thepressroom.gr · tribune.gr

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