The U.S. State Department called Alexandros Giotopoulos "a convicted murderer and terrorist" and expressed solidarity with victims' families after the Greek appeals court released the 82-year-old November 17 leader on medical grounds — a decision that has now drawn condemnation from Washington, Ankara and prominent Greek political figures within days of his release.

Α Volos-area prosecutor on Wednesday recommended against an appeal by a convicted terrorist to receive a prison furlough.

Savvas Xiros has applied for a release from prison on terms. Xiros was sentenced to five times life imprisonment for participation in the 17N terrorist organization.