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Former Defense Minister, H. Petridis, Attends Memorial Service for Hero Grigoris Afxentiou

Published March 8, 2026, 20:26
Former Defense Minister, H. Petridis, Attends Memorial Service for Hero Grigoris Afxentiou

Former Defense Minister Charalambos Petridis attended the memorial service for the hero Grigoris Afxentiou, deputy leader of EOKA, at the Holy Church of Apostle Andrew in Aglantzia. During the ceremony, Mr. Petridis delivered a memorial speech, honoring the sacrifice and heroism of Afxentiou and emphasizing the timeless importance of EOKA's struggle for freedom and dignity. In his speech, he stressed that the self-sacrifice and example of Afxentiou are a beacon of militancy, patriotism, and dedication to the values of freedom. Afxentiou, he said, was not born a hero, but became a symbol of struggle and sacrifice for the freedom of Cyprus. Following this, Mr. Petridis laid a wreath at the monument of the 'Stavreaetos' (Eagle), at the National Association of the Eagle in Aglantzia, honoring the memory of the hero and all the fighters of EOKA. His speech focused on Afxentiou's dedication to the struggle for Enosis (Union) and his determination to sacrifice himself for freedom. The presence of the former Defense Minister at the memorial service highlights the importance of preserving the memory of EOKA's heroes and promoting the values for which they fought. Mr. Petridis' speech is a tribute to the struggle for the freedom and independence of Cyprus.