OXI Day

He said it was a day of reflection, emphasizing remembrance for those who sacrificed their lives for freedom

Held along the coastal boulevard of Megalou Alexandrou, the parade was attended by the President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, alongside other prominent political and military leaders

The occasion, known as “OXI Day” from the Greek word for “No”, was the curt answer to a sudden ultimatum by fascist Italy for surrender