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Antonis Samaras political party formation

Overview

Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras is preparing to launch a new political party, with a platform centered on ‘conservative restoration,’ national unity, social justice, and addressing demographic decline and agricultural challenges. This movement, expected to officially launch around September 2026, has intensified friction with the ruling New Democracy party. In September 2026, Samaras began finalizing organizational structures, including a new Athens headquarters in the historic Libanaki building. Candidate lists are drawing former New Democracy officials and figures from journalism and science. Polling regarding potential support has shown varying results, with estimates ranging from 2.5% to 18%. By October 2026, Samaras expanded his critique to economic policy, accusing the administration of pursuing ‘neoliberal management.’ He also used social media to criticize the government and the President of the European Commission regarding the handling of the North Macedonia naming issue and Greek-Bulgarian relations. At a conference organized by the newspaper Vima, he warned of a dangerous complacency in regions like Thrace and noted public disillusionment following low voter turnout in the 2024 European elections. Political reactions remain deeply divided. Former Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis has clarified his stance, stating he will not support a party led by Samaras, noting such a move would be inconsistent with his history and family legacy. Karamanlis intends to maintain ‘silent discretion’ and indicated that if he were to act against New Democracy, he would consider forming his own party rather than supporting a rival. New Democracy leadership has responded by attempting to manage internal dynamics, with Adonis Georgiadis asserting that the party’s identity remains fundamentally linked to the Karamanlis legacy. Meanwhile, commentator Lakis Lazopoulos expressed support for Samaras, viewing him as a leader who could unify the conservative base while criticizing the current administration’s image as ‘far-right.’

Entities

Antonis Samaras · New Democracy · Kyriakos Mitsotakis · Greece · Kostas Karamanlis

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Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 16 sources
    Panos Kammenos announces potential political return to block Samaras

    Panos Kammenos announces a potential return to politics to prevent a New Democracy-PASOK coalition and block the possible formation of a new party by Antonis Samaras.

  2. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Antonis Samaras responds to Lakis Lazopoulos' political support

    Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras responded cryptically to endorsements from Lakis Lazopoulos regarding his potential formation of a new political party.

  3. [POLITICS] 20 sources
    Antonis Samaras criticizes Greek government economic policy

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras criticized the Mitsotakis government's neoliberal policies, proposing VAT and fuel tax cuts to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis for households and small businesses.

  4. [POLITICS] 25 sources
    Lakis Lazopoulos endorses Antonis Samaras in political interview

    Actor Lakis Lazopoulos has drawn political fire after endorsing former PM Antonis Samaras and criticizing Alexis Tsipras and New Democracy in a recent interview.

  5. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares to launch new political party in Greece

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is preparing to launch a new party focused on conservative restoration, prompting strategic responses from New Democracy and commentary on the shifting political landscape.

  6. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Kostas Karamanlis clarifies stance on Samaras and new political party

    Former Greek PM Kostas Karamanlis reportedly refuses to support a new political party led by Antonis Samaras, opting instead for a policy of silent discretion ahead of upcoming elections.

  7. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Kostas Karamanlis rejects supporting potential new Samaras party

    Former Greek PM Kostas Karamanlis has denied supporting a potential new party by Antonis Samaras, while municipal councilor Natalie Kakkava expressed readiness to join Samaras's future political moves.

  8. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Antonis Samaras criticizes Greek government and North Macedonia policy

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras criticized current government management and the North Macedonia issue, drawing attention after Kimberly Guilfoyle liked his social media post.

  9. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares to launch new political party

    Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras is reportedly preparing to launch a new political party, with potential announcements expected by late 2026 to address a gap in the center-right.

  10. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares new political initiative in Greece

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is preparing a new political movement, recruiting former New Democracy members and conservative figures to form potential electoral ballots.

  11. [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares launch of new political party in Greece

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is organizing a new political party, recruiting diverse candidates and targeting dissatisfied New Democracy voters amid polling suggesting potential support up to 18%.

  12. [POLITICS] 9 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares launch of new political party

    Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras is preparing to launch a new political party, actively recruiting candidates and analyzing polling data that shows significant potential support.

  13. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Yiannis Ioannidis reportedly favored to lead Antonis Samaras’s new party list

    Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras is preparing a new political movement, with Stanford professor Yiannis Ioannidis reportedly favored to lead the ‘Epikrateia’ electoral list.

  14. [POLITICS] 13 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares new party amid clash with New Democracy

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is preparing to launch a new political party, sparking a confrontation with Kyriakos Mitsotakis and New Democracy over the future of the conservative vote.

  15. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Marios Salmas signals intent to join potential Antonis Samaras party

    MP Marios Salmas has signaled his readiness to join Antonis Samaras in a potential new political party, citing shared values and a departure from New Democracy.

  16. [POLITICS] 23 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares to launch new political party in September

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is planning to launch a new political party, likely in September, amid rising tensions and recruitment efforts involving former New Democracy members.

  17. [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Antonis Samaras prepares launch of new political party in Greece

    Former Greek PM Antonis Samaras is preparing to launch a new political party, with offices and ballots reportedly ready for a potential September announcement.

Sources

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