Debate in Parliament about Response to Wildfires
August 29, 2025
In the Parliament, there was a heated disagreement between Nicola Papadopoulos and Aris Damianou regarding the response of aerial means during recent wildfires. Papadopoulos accused misinformation about the response time, emphasizing that the responsible officials can provide clarifications. He noted the unprecedented intensity of the fire and suggested a meeting of party leaders to discuss measures. The President of Parliament disagreed, proposing a service-level meeting but stated the Parliament is willing to assist. There was a consensus that climate change requires new approaches to disaster management.