Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has launched a new political party called the Greek Left Alliance (ELAS) ahead of the 2027 parliamentary elections. He aims to address corruption and promote inclusive economic growth while tapping into public dissatisfaction with the current government. Tsipras' return could reshape the political landscape as he seeks to attract disillusioned voters from various parties.
- ▪Alexis Tsipras announced the founding of his new political party, ELAS, in Athens.
- ▪He pledged to combat corruption and promote economic growth as key priorities.
- ▪Recent polls show Tsipras' new party gaining support, ranking second behind the ruling New Democracy party.
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Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political partySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxGreece's former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras holds the founding declaration, during the official announcement of his new political party, ELAS-Greek Left Alliance, ahead of the 2027 parliamentary elections, in Athens, Greece, May 26, 2026. REUTERS/Louisa GouliamakiPublished May 27, 2026, 04:09 PMUpdated May 27, 2026, 04:09 PMATHENS, May 27 - Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras, the leftist firebrand who ran Greece at the height of its debt crisis in 2015, has launched a new political party, promising to fight corruption and seek inclusive economic growth.Tsipras, 51, known for his dramatic showdown with Greece's international lenders over a third and final…
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