Stefanos Kasselakis: new leader of Greek opposition party to do military service

Syriza leader says it will be an ‘honour’ to take a break from politics for obligatory service, which he has to start by the beginning of 2024

Just a few days after being elected the new leader of Greece’s leftwing main opposition party, Stefanos Kasselakis has said he will take a brief break from politics – to join the military.

Kasselakis, 35, said he plans to present himself “soon” for military service, which is obligatory for all Greek men.

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