MEPs voice concern about the rule of law in Greece

The European Parliament on Wednesday called on the Commission to act over what it described as "grave concerns" about the rule of law in Greece, citing a hostile environment for journalists, the use of spyware against political opponents and journalists and abuse of power by the police.

MEPs adopted the resolution with 330 votes in favor, 254 against, and 26 abstentions.

European Parliamentarians noted the lack of progress in the investigation into the assassination of crime reporter Giorgos Karaivaz in April 2021, and said that journalists are subject to physical threats and verbal attacks, in some cases even from high-ranking politicians, and violations of their privacy through the use of illegal spyware. They also cited abusive lawsuits (SLAPPs) from business people and politicians mentioned in investigative reports. 

Concerning the wiretapping scandal, the...