On December 25, 2024, Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias visited Alexandroupolis to celebrate Christmas. He attended a Divine Liturgy at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral and later met with local officials and military commanders. Dendias also exchanged Christmas wishes with soldiers at the Greek border and emphasized Greece’s role in geopolitical stability and energy security in the region. He expressed pride in the armed forces for their commitment to protecting the country during the festive season.