Basketball federation president appears before investigator in bribery inquiry
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The Hellenic Basketball Federation's President, Vangelis Liolios, and businessman Giorgos Mavraganis, a close associate, are appearing before an investigating judge today to provide their apologies or statements regarding a widespread basketball bribery scandal. The investigation is expanding, targeting 49 suspected matches, and follows earlier arrests and discoveries of cash in connection with the case.
In other domestic news, an earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale occurred off the coast of Zakynthos, with tremors felt in the regions of Ilia and Achaia. Additionally, former Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis has issued a new statement concerning the Turkey-Libya maritime agreement.
Today also marks five years since the death of former PASOK President Fofi Gennimata, with her legacy and contributions being remembered by relatives, colleagues, and the current PASOK leader, Nikos Androulakis.