Kyría Málama, a member of the Greek SYRIZA party, has announced her independence from the party, citing an anti-democratic crisis within its leadership. In her statement, she criticized top officials for excluding grassroots members from crucial meetings and accused them of promoting an agenda that undermines the party’s democratic values. Málama’s announcement reflects broader tensions as she condemns the manipulation and control by certain members, emphasizing her commitment to continue her parliamentary work independently, while standing firm against pressures from party loyalists.