His own message sent Monday (19/5) Through his post on social media the Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for the Memory Day of Pontian Genocide.

“We also honor this year the memory of thousands of Pontus Greeks who were uprooted from their homes, were exterminated and tortured,” Mr Mitsotakis said.

“This is a black page in world history, which violates the core of all value of humanity. It is our duty to keep the memory alive and to fight for the recognition of historical truth, without forgetting the past. “

“The Pontians were hit, but they were not defeated. They kept their tradition and language, building their lives with pride and hard work again. They are thus enriching our society and Greek identity for over a century, “the post continues, to conclude:

“Their heritage is now living in every corner of the country and in every new generation that bears the weight and dignity of Pontian origin. We are always on their side. On the side of truth and justice. “