The need to protect the “Greek Orthodox and pilgrimage of the Holy Catherine Monastery in Sinai in an institutional way”, he told ERTNEWS and the “Weekend From 5” show by Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis Issue.

At the same time he also referred to the preliminary investigation, saying that “our parliamentary group will vote in favor of the ND proposal”.

“The prime minister clearly stressed to his Egyptian counterpart that for us it is important to maintain the Greek -Orthodox and pilgrimage character of the Holy Monastery of St. Catherine in Sinai,” commented Mr Marinakis, noting that on May 7th there was a deal between the two.

As he pointed out, “a delegation will go to Egypt on Monday for the final discussions”, expressing his optimism about the positive outcome of the case and the seamless continuation of the monastery’s operation.

“This monastery is one of the most iconic Orthodox monasteries in the world and I think it echoes the sensitivities of every Greek,” he said.

The government spokesman also attacked opposition parties, who, he said, “rushed to make announcements before they even read the decision”, noting that “unfortunately, it was not the first time and I am afraid that it will not be the last one to politicize.”

He also emphasized that all opposition parties “rushed to politically exploit an issue of deeply religious and national significance. This is not a serious attitude. ”

At the same time, he was particularly critical of the opposition president, saying: “Mr. Androulakis had already announced at 6:30 pm that the Greek government was” deeply exposed “before reading the decision.” And as he stated, “it reminds me of the coaches of the platform. Without having a picture or information, they judge, creating confusion and concern in the world. Politics cannot work like that. “

Mr Marinakis also referred to the statements of the priests saying that “it is perfectly reasonable to express their anxiety”, but pointed out that “the government has been seriously involved in the matter for a year to give an institutional solution and to guarantee the rights of the monastery”.

Asked about the voices that came from New Democracy officials against the Egyptian government, Mr Marinakis clarified: “I did not see a ND member announce against the Greek government. Another anxiety and another is the attacks for micro -political reasons. “

Referring to Antonis Samaras’ intervention, he commented: “Mr Samaras has served as prime minister. He expresses his point of view, as he is entitled. But the reality, as it emerged from the events, denied him. “

Speaking about the Holy Monastery of St. Catherine Sinai, he pointed out that “it is this government that stood by the people of the monastery and worked methodically to find an institutional solution, not to impress. We invite everyone to stand seriously against such a sacred issue. “

For ND’s proposal for pre -trial

Regarding the issue of Tempi that is back to the forefront, the government spokesman said: “We support our proposal because it is based on real facts,” he said, stressing that the New Democracy proposal is based on legal evaluation, not on “party glasses”.

“The Constitution provides for specific steps – the case must go to the Judicial Council and be judged by natural judges there,” he said in terms of the responsibilities of former Transport Minister Costas Ah. Karamanlis. The Judicial Council, he noted, may decide whether the case will be archived, whether it will be referred to a special court or whether further investigation by the Parliament is required.

Asked about the possibility or fear of leaks after New Democracy’s choice to testify its own indictment, she replied: “It’s not a matter of fear. We also invited the other parties to support our own proposal, just so that there is no room for concealment. If anything else comes from the Judicial Council, we are committed to accepting it. “

His reference to PASOK’s attitude also caused a sense: “When they say that the New Democracy indictment will be stuck in the case, they essentially imply that the” Gulf “are the five supreme judges who will decide. This is not serious criticism, “he noted ..

The government spokesman insisted that the process must remain in the hands of justice, not the parties: “The party filter, even if we have the majority, does not give the citizen a sense of equal treatment. The evaluation must be done by senior judges, not by political persons. “