Greece is on the verge of a significant legislative change as the country’s parliament votes on legalizing same-sex marriage. If successful, Greece would become the first country with a Christian Orthodox majority to enact such a law. Despite opposition from within his own party, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has garnered support from left-wing politicians, which may be crucial for the bill’s passage. The Greek Orthodox Church has openly opposed the move, but recent polls show a slight majority of the public in favor. The potential law would also permit same-sex couples to adopt children.
- Greek Parliament is voting on the legalization of same-sex marriage.
- If passed, Greece will be the first Christian Orthodox majority country to legalize same-sex marriage.
- Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis introduced the bill, despite opposition from a portion of his party.
- Support from left-wing opposition parties may be necessary for the bill’s success.
- The Greek Orthodox Church has condemned the proposal.
- A recent poll shows a slim majority, between 53 to 55 percent, of Greeks in favor of same-sex marriage.
- The bill also includes provisions for same-sex couples to adopt children.
- Mitsotakis, confident in his political standing after re-election, is seen as making a progressive move typically associated with the left.
- The outcome of the vote is expected to be announced later in the evening.
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