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Karoullas Warns of Hundreds of Vacancies in National Guard Contract Soldiers Scheme

Published February 11, 2026, 12:26
Karoullas Warns of Hundreds of Vacancies in National Guard Contract Soldiers Scheme

MP Giorgos Karoullas is raising concerns about the hundreds of vacant positions in the Contract Soldiers (SYOP) scheme, pointing out that this affects the operational readiness of the National Guard. He calls for the immediate advancement of the reform of the institution, reminding that the Ministry of Defense had committed to submitting a relevant bill in December 2025. Mr. Karoullas has submitted comprehensive proposals for improvements, while emphasizing the need for a specific timeline and informing the Parliamentary Defense Committee.