Yiannis Ioannidis reportedly favored to lead Antonis Samaras’s new party list

Preparations are underway for a new political movement led by former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras. While official announcements have not yet been made, reports indicate that organizational steps are progressing.

Dr. Yiannis Ioannidis, a medical professor at Stanford University, is reportedly the leading candidate to head the ‘Epikrateia’ electoral list. Ioannidis is noted for his significant international scientific presence and high public recognition in Greece due to his previous public interventions. His potential leadership would represent a move toward a candidate outside traditional party mechanisms.

The party’s headquarters are expected to be established in the historic Libanaki building at the intersection of Hippokratous and Solonos streets in Athens, following necessary renovations. The timeline for the formal launch of the party remains unconfirmed, with potential dates shifting depending on the political climate and the possibility of early elections.