Syriza Loses Main Opposition Status in Greece

Greece's left-wing Syriza party has lost its status as the main opposition in parliament following the departure of two lawmakers, reducing its representation to 29 seats, while the center-left PASOK now holds 31 seats. Theodora Tzakri, one of the departing members, criticized Syriza's leadership for diminishing the party's role and declared her intention to become an independent lawmaker. This political shift comes after months of internal conflict and the recent resignation of former leader Stefanos Kasselakis, who is expected to announce a new political faction soon. PASOK, which suffered a decline after austerity measures in the past, aims to reclaim its influence as support for Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' New Democracy party wanes. The change marks a significant realignment in Greece's political landscape, with PASOK looking to leverage its new status to challenge the ruling party. The situation highlights the ongoing struggles within Syriza and the potential emergence of new political movements in Greece.