WorldPublished: 15 June 2026 at 23:21

Convicted Leader of Greek Militant Group Ordered Back to Prison

Alexandros Giotopoulos, 82, who was serving 17 life sentences for leading the leftist group November 17, has been ordered back to prison.

Greek authorities have ordered Alexandros Giotopoulos, 82, to return to prison. Giotopoulos was convicted for leading the leftist militant group November 17, which is blamed for a series of bombings and assassinations. He was originally sentenced to 17 life sentences. The specific reason and timeline for his return have not been disclosed.

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