Socratis Famellos, the leader of SYRIZA, issued a statement mourning the death of former Greek Prime Minister Kostas Simitis. Famellos offered sincere condolences to Simitis’s family and associates, reflecting on his significant political career, which spanned eight years and included pivotal moments in Greece’s history. Despite their political differences, Famellos recognized Simitis as a brave fighter against the junta and an esteemed academic. He emphasized the need to honor Simitis respectfully while considering lessons to be learned for future political action.