Greek opposition jabs ruling party over reported threats from Trump’s envoy
Kimberly Guilfoyle has caused a stir in Athens and Bucharest.
Greek opposition parties are demanding clarification from the Greek government regarding allegations that U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle threatened then Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou to align with U.S. energy policies. Harry Tzimitras, head of foreign affairs for the left-wing Elas party, stated the matter is serious and must be addressed immediately.
According to a Wall Street Journal report, during a March dinner, Guilfoyle allegedly threatened Papastavrou by stating, "We can do that to any country we want," referring to political unrest in Romania. Papastavrou responded that the U.S. could not replace Greece's government as it was elected by the people. The U.S. State Department has disputed the account, emphasizing the strong strategic partnership with Romania.
Greek opposition parties, including Elas, Pasok, and Syriza, have called on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' government to clarify the allegations, emphasizing Greece's sovereignty and independence.
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