Kostas Arvanitis, a SYRIZA MEP, addressed the turmoil within the party in a recent interview, expressing frustration over its current handling. He emphasized that elected officials derive their roles from the SYRIZA framework, rejecting individual interests over collective ideology. Arvanitis warned that the leftist space, historically represented by SYRIZA, remains vital amidst rising challenges across Europe. He described the party as ‘wounded’ but expressed hope for its recovery and the need for diverse leadership, including female candidates, to navigate upcoming political hurdles effectively.