Political acrimony, migrant death, and youth violence on this week’s agenda

Greece's political parties are still trying to find their footing after their disappointing performance in June's European elections. Public surveys reflect a crisis of representation. According to a poll by Metron Analysis, about 66% of respondents rate the government negatively, 73% express disapproval of PASOK, and 90% are dissatisfied with SYRIZA. Additionally, one in four respondents said they would not vote for any of the ten parties included in the survey.

Next weekend will be crucial for the future of the opposition parties, with PASOK holding the first round of leadership elections and SYRIZA preparing for a significant central committee meeting.

Foreign policy, including the prospect of a breakthrough in Greek-Turkish talks, as well as developments in the Middle East, will also dominate the political agenda in the coming days. Meanwhile, protests over the...