National Defense Minister Nikos Dendias attended the 112th anniversary celebrations of Florina’s liberation from Turkish rule. The events began with a church service at St. George’s and a memorial for fallen soldiers at the central square. Dendias emphasized the importance of preserving national values and memory for future generations, framing it as a duty for Greeks to maintain their national identity amidst modern challenges. The commemorations concluded with a traditional student and military parade honoring those who fought for freedom.