Andreas Pettemeridis Appointed as New Commander of the Presidential Guard
September 17, 2025
The position of the Commander of the Presidential Guard is changing, with military officer Andreas Pettemeridis taking over for the first time. This decision is causing discontent within the Police, as individuals involved in the Presidential Guard expected someone from their ranks to be appointed. The previous commander was appointed as Deputy Chief of Police, leaving the position vacant for months. Pettemeridis was chosen based on his experience and training. Similar practices can be seen in other countries, where military personnel assume similar roles.