A key challenge for Koumoundourou is voter turnout in the elections
All four candidates for the leadership of SYRIZA issued calls for participation.

Approximately twice as many people had voted in SYRIZA’s internal elections during the first four hours of the process last year.

Alexis Tsipras Votes in Kypseli
Former SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras cast his vote at the 26th Athens Elementary School, located at 63 Fokionos Negri Street in Kypseli, at 12:00 PM.

Participation Announcement Expected at 12:30 PM
The first official announcement regarding voter turnout is expected at 12:30 PM. SYRIZA’s Koumoundouros headquarters remains optimistic about voter participation.

Nikolas Pappas Votes
At 11:52 AM, Nikolas Pappas, the head of SYRIZA’s parliamentary group, cast his vote.

Polakis: “Those Who Stepped Aside Must Return”
Pavlos Polakis urged party members and supporters who had stepped back to return to the fold. After voting, he declared that SYRIZA would launch an offensive beginning Monday with a targeted and reform-focused agenda, addressing both state systems and the judiciary, which he referred to as the “great patient.” Polakis expressed confidence in his victory and called for unity to propel both the party and the country into a new era.

Nikolas Farantouris: “SYRIZA Can Lead Again”
Nikolas Farantouris expressed confidence in SYRIZA’s ability to take center stage in Greek politics. After casting his vote, he emphasized the importance of strengthening the party and urged citizens to participate in shaping its future.

Voting Process Runs Smoothly
According to reports, the electoral process has been running smoothly across Greece, with polling stations fully operational.

First Participation Estimate at Noon
Koumoundouros officials noted a steady stream of voters since polling stations opened. The first estimate on turnout will be shared shortly.

Apostolos Gkletsos Votes
Apostolos Gkletsos cast his vote in Pangrati, expressing hope for a bright day for the party, democracy, and Greece. “I hope SYRIZA emerges united and stronger, ready to fulfill its historical and social mission,” he stated.

Pavlos Polakis’ Social Media Call to Action
Pavlos Polakis issued a call to SYRIZA supporters via Facebook, urging them to head to the polls.

Nikolas Farantouris’ Message
After voting in Pallini, Farantouris emphasized the importance of creating a large, extroverted SYRIZA. He invited citizens to support this vision for the party.

Sokratis Famellos Votes
Sokratis Famellos cast his vote in Thermi and made a heartfelt appeal for voter participation, calling for a “restart” for SYRIZA.

Famellos highlighted:

• The positivity surrounding the day’s turnout.
• The joy and optimism among SYRIZA members and progressive citizens.
• The importance of supporting the party’s renewed vision.

Famellos thanked electoral committees, volunteers, and supporters and emphasized that SYRIZA must address real-life problems and make tangible improvements for Greece.

Koumoundouros to Provide Turnout Estimates in Two Hours
After two hours of voting, SYRIZA officials reported no technical issues and consistent voter flow nationwide.

Runoff Scheduled for Next Sunday if Necessary
If no candidate secures a majority today, a second round of voting will take place next Sunday, December 1, with the same voter base as today.

Alexis Tsipras Votes at 12 PM in Kypseli
Alexis Tsipras participated in the election at Kypseli’s 26th Elementary School, at 63 Fokionos Negri Street.

Candidates’ Voting Schedule

• Sokratis Famellos: Voted at 10:30 AM in Thermi, with later appearances at election centers in Thessaloniki and Kordelio-Evosmos. He will monitor the results at SYRIZA’s headquarters in Leonidou this evening.
• Pavlos Polakis: Voted at 11:30 AM at the Moschato-Tavros Cultural Center. He will follow the results at SYRIZA’s offices on Syngrou Avenue.
• Nikolas Farantouris: Voted at 10:30 AM at the Old Pallini Town Hall.
• Apostolos Gkletsos: Cast his vote in Pangrati at 11:30 AM.

Voting Information
Voting will continue until 7 PM unless an extension is required. For detailed rules and voting locations.