Greece’s Varoufakis to stand trial after admitting drug use 36 years ago
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Key Points:
- Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis has been indicted and will face trial for allegedly promoting drug use, based on comments he made during a podcast about his past drug experiences.
- Varoufakis openly admitted to trying marijuana and ecstasy in 1989, emphasizing the risks and consequences of drug use, including addiction and loss of liberty.
- The charges stem from remarks made decades ago, which Varoufakis framed as a cautionary tale rather than an endorsement of drug use.
- His MeRA25 party accused the current center-right government of manipulating the judiciary to target Varoufakis for his outspoken political stance.
- The party condemned the trial as a politically motivated move aimed at silencing dissent, highlighting concerns about judicial
