Alexis Tsipras to announce new political party on May 26

Former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has officially confirmed that he will announce the foundation of a new political party on May 26, 2026. The announcement was made through a video posted on his social media accounts featuring two children wearing jerseys with the numbers 26 and 5, accompanied by the slogan 'Neither early, nor late, now is the time.' According to reports, the event will take place at Thissio, where the party's founding declaration is expected to be presented, although the list of founding members will not be disclosed at this stage. This move follows a series of teaser videos posted by Tsipras throughout the spring. His announcement coincides with a broader period of political activity, including the anticipated formation of a separate party by Maria Karystianou. Additionally, Tsipras is scheduled to attend the 'Unmute now' event in Athens to discuss current societal issues. The move is widely viewed as a return to active political engagement following his previous tenure as Prime Minister.