Greece’s undecided undecided voters, or so-called “gray zone” voters, have emerged as the second-largest force in opinion polls, underscoring political volatility ahead of the next general election.

According to pollster Pulse, 15% of voters fall into this category, either declining to reveal their preferences or uncertain whether they will go to the polls.

The “gray zone” will determine not only the result of the next contest, but also the extent to which it resembles the polls, according to Pulse’s Gorgos Arapoglou.

The group is diverse: four in 10 did not vote in 2023 and show no sign of changing, while three in 10 supported the ruling New Democracy party.

About one in 10 stems from leftist SYRIZA, which has suffered sharp losses. Young and middle-aged voters dominate the undecided, accounting for 60%. Women also lead in indecision at 60%. Parties see a battle for these voters.

New Democracy hopes to “repatriate” past supporters, using the economy as leverage.

Opposition parties, meanwhile, exploit issues like the Tempe train disaster and corruption allegations.

Scenarios of new parties led by former prime ministers Antonis Samaras or Alexis Tsipras are keeping some voters on the fence.

Arapoglou outlined three paths for the undecided: return to their political base, decide only at the ballot box, or abstain.

Without winning over these voters, neither government nor opposition can secure a decisive victory.