Why is this important: The incident underscores the growing internal tensions within the PD, which is under intense pressure ahead of the May 11 election. The party has been riven by internal rivalries and is facing grim projections in the elections, with all surveys predicting a landslide for the ruling Socialists. The clash appears to reflect not just personal animosity but a deeper crisis of morale and cohesion inside the main opposition party.

Why is this important: The request comes amid growing concerns that thousands of Albanian citizens in Greece may be unable to vote in the May 11 parliamentary elections due to problems with the distribution of voting materials. The Democratic Party has filed formal complaints, pointing to potential voter disenfranchisement.

Why is this important: The new cluster—“Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth”—includes key areas such as digital transformation, taxation, economic and monetary policy, social policy and employment, industrial policy, science, education, and customs union. Advancing in these fields is essential for meeting EU standards in innovation, labor conditions, fiscal policy, and overall competitiveness. The news, arriving just three days before election day, gives a timely boost to the Socialists, who have made EU integration the cornerstone of their campaign.

Why is this important: An estimated 600,000 citizens have identification documents that have expired or are set to expire by election day. The extension allows all of them to exercise their right to vote. A similar decision was taken earlier this year for Albanian citizens living abroad.