Tsipras Resigns as Greece's Opposition Leader After Election Defeat

Alexis Tsipras, the leader of Greece's main opposition party Syriza, has resigned from his position following a crushing defeat in the recent election. The conservative New Democracy party secured a second term, while Syriza lagged far behind. Tsipras' resignation raises questions about the party's status as the main opposition, potentially opening the door for the Socialist Pasok party. Tsipras, who served as Greece's prime minister from 2015 to 2019, was associated with the party's electoral success but faced challenges during the country's financial crisis. He highlighted achievements such as debt relief and a historic agreement with North Macedonia, and called for a new cycle to begin.