The European Public Prosecutor’s Office has formally requested that the immunity of 11 Greek members of parliament be lifted as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged misuse of EU agricultural subsidies. The MPs are suspected of being linked to a scheme that allegedly diverted millions of euros in farm payments over an extended period.
According to investigators, the case concerns a coordinated fraud operation involving European Union funds intended for agricultural support. The issue first came to public attention in May, when details emerged suggesting that subsidies had been systematically misallocated for years.
The scandal has triggered significant political and social repercussions in Greece, including unrest among farmers who have faced delays in receiving payments. The controversy has also intensified scrutiny of national institutions responsible for managing EU funds.
The developments are adding political pressure on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, particularly due to the sensitivity of the issue in Crete, a region with historical political significance and strong local influence tied to his family’s background.
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office confirmed that it has submitted an official request to the Greek parliament to lift immunity protections, enabling further legal proceedings as part of the broader investigation into suspected organized fraud involving EU subsidies.
