Adonis Georgiadis: Greece Stands Firm with Israel, Hospitality Beyond Minorities [vid]

Hospitality Without Conditions

“Every year, thousands of Turkish tourists come to Greece, and that’s perfectly fine. Excellent. Everywhere they are welcomed warmly by shopkeepers, employees, and locals,” says Adonis Georgiadis.

This statement goes beyond tourism rhetoric. It builds a clear argument: despite Turkey’s illegal occupation of 40% of Cyprus since 1974, marked by deaths and missing persons, Greece continues to welcome Turkish citizens with courtesy and consistency.

The message is unmistakable: the country separates human hospitality from political tensions, demonstrating geopolitical maturity.

Contrast with the Naxos Incident

Yesterday in Naxos, a group of Israeli tourists was asked to leave a restaurant due to protests concerning Gaza. Georgiadis commented:

“I feel ashamed for the incident in Naxos caused by the foolish actions of that restaurant. You are our friends and safe here.”

The point is clear: small minorities cannot define the collective image of Greece. The country remains friendly, secure, and welcoming to Israelis, surpassing isolated incidents.

The Occupation of Cyprus – Historical and Geopolitical Awareness

Georgiadis reminded the public:

“The Turkish state has illegally occupied 40% of Cyprus since 1974. Their governments defend this decision and, in the meantime, have caused Greek deaths.”

Greece demonstrates awareness of international law and national memory, while welcoming visitors respectfully, showing that principles and stability override small minorities and isolated tensions. Selective Sensitivity and Core Values

“Some people don’t care about occupation in general; they are focused on opposing the West and what it represents. They ignore human rights in Israel, which are fully respected.”

From this statement, the main argument emerges: Greece distinguishes ideology from principle, consistently defending:

• Human rights
• Friendship with Israel
• Safety of all visitors

The country proves that isolated reactions do not undermine its collective image, while principles and international friendship remain non-negotiable.

Message to Israel

“This is not the Greece of these incidents, nor is it the Greek people. You are always welcome, and you are safe here.”

This statement reinforces:

• The stability of Greek hospitality
• Greece’s international credibility
• The preservation of values and friendship despite small minorities

Greece, Principles, and Hospitality

As reflected in Georgiadis’ statements, Greece:

• Welcomes all visitors with friendliness and safety
• Respects Israel and human rights
• Remembers the occupation of Cyprus and historical injustices
• Separates ideological sensitivities from enduring principles, building a country that is stable, trustworthy, and internationally welcoming, where small minorities do not compromise friendship

Source: pagenews.gr