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Nikolas Apelaios II described the days leading up to the Italian attack on Greece, from October 23 to 27, 1940, stating that the Greek ambassador in Rome had informed the government that the attack was expected between October 25 and 28. According to him, Italian reconnaissance aircraft were photographing military points of interest, while senior Greek officials considered the attack imminent. Apelaios reported that on October 24, Ioannis Metaxas recorded in his diary rumors of an attack the next day and informed the chiefs of staff to remain in Athens or to notify where they were. On October 25, according to the post, Metaxas informed the Cabinet about the concentration of Italian troops at the border, and the government rejected both substantial territorial concessions and symbolic gestures toward Italy. He noted that Metaxas and his ministers did not attend the premiere of the opera "Madama Butterfly" at the Royal Theater on October 25, in the presence of Antonio Puccini and Curzio Malaparte. From the government, as he wrote, Deputy Foreign Minister Mavroudis and Deputy Minister of Press Nikolidis attended. The next day, Ambassador Politis reported that the Athens–Rome airline had been suspended until further notice. In his narrative, at the reception of the Italian embassy on October 26, Ambassador Grazzi was often absent, while on the upper floor the ultimatum to Greece was being dictated from Rome. Nikolidis called Metaxas early on October 27 regarding reports of incidents at the border. Apelaios noted that the Athens News Agency denied the news at 04:00, following an order from Metaxas. Apelaios also wrote that, on October 27, Greek and Italian officers met to discuss the incidents, while the Greek government was receiving information about the movements of Italian units towards the border. He added that shortly after Metaxas left his office, information arrived from the Italian embassy that a declaration of war was imminent, but it was decided not to inform him. According to him, the Prime Minister's car departed for Kifisia without him knowing the information. #Ιστορία #Ελλάδα #ΔεύτεροςΠαγκόσμιοςΠόλεμος (translated)

Adonis Georgiadis stated that during his tour in the Ioannina region, he inaugurated the new Emergency Department and the Radiology Clinic of the “Chatzikosta” Hospital. He claimed that the hospital had been neglected for years but has now been renovated, and mentioned that since 2019, 30 doctors have been hired, while another 30 nurses were recently employed. He said that critics were waiting for him at the hospital entrance, whom he initially chose to ignore. According to his post, they left a few minutes later, and he made statements at the spot where they had stood. He accused them of being more interested in political confrontation than in the public healthcare system. Georgiadis also mentioned that he inaugurated the Metsovo Health Center and an ambulance station in Zagoria, which he described as a demand from the local community for 30 years. He added that residents of the area welcomed him with flowers and hugs. #Υγεία #Ιωάννινα #Εγκαίνια (translated)

Finos Film announced that actress Betty Valassi passed away at the age of 89. In a farewell message, it was stated that she had served theater, cinema, and television for decades, leaving her mark on Greek acting. She was described as unforgettable as the television "Loxandra" and her participation in the film "The Constellation of Virgo" was mentioned. Finos Film also quoted Valassi's phrase that "life is a great gift" and expressed condolences to her family and loved ones. #ΜπέτυΒαλάση #Υποκριτική #ΕλληνικόςΚινηματογράφος (translated)

Alexis Tsipras, returning to the political scene, realizes that his predictions for an increase in party percentages have been proven wrong, as his difference from N. Androulakis is now negligible, a fact that is causing irritation in the ranks of EL.AS. #Τσίπρας #Πολιτική #ΕΛΑΣ (translated)

Alexis Tsipras is developing a new strategy for the Greek Left Coalition (EL.A.S.), connecting his politics with households' concerns about inflation, as the political scene is shaped amidst increasing pressure on the Mitsotakis government. #Τσίπρας #ακρίβεια #πολιτική (translated)

George Veltsos refers to the historical significance of Kolokotronis' speech at Pnyx and the contemporary political scene, comparing it to the recent presence of Marco Rubio at the same location, while noting the use of modern means of communication during these events. #ΜέσηΑνατολή #Ρούμπιο #ΓιώργοςΒέλτσος (translated)

The visit of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Athens highlights the strategic importance of Greece and Cyprus in the geopolitical scene of the Eastern Mediterranean, especially in relation to energy security and defense against threats from Turkey. #Ελλάδα #Κύπρος #Γεωπολιτική (translated)

Nikos Apellaíos II argued that, in the Greek political scene, only New Democracy, PASOK, and the Communist Party were not personality-based parties. As examples, he mentioned the parties associated with Tsipras, Velopoulos, Karystianou, Latinopoulou, Konstantopoulou, Varoufakis, and Kasselakis, as well as the parties in formation by Samaras and Kasidiaris. He wrote that such parties have little likelihood of longevity or stable electoral success, as, in his opinion, their existence, ideology, and structure depend exclusively on their leader. #πολιτική #Ελλάδα #κόμματα (translated)

Kyriakos Mitsotakis omitted to mention Antonis Samaras in his speech for the 52nd anniversary of New Democracy, while the embarrassment regarding the statements of a local MP from Pieria and the support of PASOK for the election of the Secretary of Parliament highlight political contradictions and selective memory in the political scene. #ΝέαΔημοκρατία #Σαμαράς #Πολιτική (translated)

Israel in Greece reported that it met yesterday with Mimi Denisi and described her as an important figure in Greek culture. It wrote that Denisi studied Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies and has worked as an actress, playwright, director, translator, and producer. The post referred to the work "My Beloved Smyrna," which, according to Israel in Greece, Denisi wrote and in which she starred. It added that the work was presented in theater, adapted into film, and became a television miniseries, while it was also available on Netflix. Israel in Greece also noted Denisi's interest in the history of Smyrna and Thessaloniki, as well as her knowledge of the Jewish community of Thessaloniki. It mentioned that Denisi is currently working on a project in which a popular Israeli singer is expected to participate, describing it as a historical testimony that, as it wrote, will touch Jews and people in general. #ΜιμήΝτενίση #τέχνη #ιστορία (translated)

GinaPa27 wrote that, before the stage lights appeared, the light already existed within him and that, as he grows older, it would touch many souls. She added that, in her opinion, some lights are born within the soul and over the years illuminate others, referencing The Voice GR. #TheVoiceGR https://t.co/2WUeGlZ7Wm #Τέχνη #Δημιουργία #Ψυχή (translated)

Jamario described the journey of an athlete who, as he wrote, started with a ball and a dream, worked hard, and reached the highest level, experiencing wins, losses, and difficulties. He added that a "fire" accompanied him, which he felt in Paris and rediscovered in Belgrade, before ultimately following the path to Piraeus and Olympiakos. #olympiacosbc https://t.co/4svZ3woPak #μπάσκετ #Ολυμπιακός #όνειρα (translated)