Greek OXI day Parade (PHOTOS)

On October 28th, Greece, Cyprus, and Greeks around the world celebrate OXI day (No day). This day commemorates the rejection of the ultimatum given by Mussolini’s Italy in 1940, demanding free passage for Italian forces into Greece. The Greek Prime Minister, Ioannis Metaxas, famously responded with a resounding “No” (Oxi in Greek), leading to Greece’s entry into World War II on the side of the Allies. This act of defiance is celebrated as a symbol of national pride and resistance. During the beginning of the war, Greece shocked the world, reigniting the Allies’ efforts by successfully pushing back and defeating an Axis invasion.
“(October 28) is a constant reminder of what we can achieve with national unity, even when we face the ‘impossible’,” said Greek prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
In Greece’s major cities, celebrations are held with military & student parades. Here are some of the photos.