OXI Day: Thessaloniki Parade Showcases Greece's Advanced Military Tech

OXI Day: Thessaloniki Parade Showcases Greece's Advanced Military Tech

The parade takes place in the presence of numerous high-ranking dignitaries. Credit: Greek Reporter Thousands gathered in Thessaloniki for this year’s military parade on the anniversary of “OXI” Day, which commemorates the decisive “No” given by Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas to an Italian ultimatum on October 28, 1940, leading to Greece’s entry into World War II and symbolizing national resistance. The parade takes place in the presence o…

Greece marks OXI Day with military parade in Thessaloniki

Greece commemorated OXI Day on Tuesday, October 28, with the annual military parade in Thessaloniki, marking the nation’s entry into World War II and its historic defiance against fascist Italy in 1940. The event was attended by President Constantine Tassoulas, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, and senior government and military officials. The parade featured all three branches of the armed forces, showcasing Greece’s latest military technolog…