Mitsotakis Meets Evzone Who Went Viral After Final Service

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis welcomed George Tsioulos, the Evzone whose tearful farewell during his final service with the Presidential Guard went viral on social media.

The emotional moment, captured by Tsioulos’ sister, touched thousands online and earned widespread admiration.

In an Instagram post, Mitsotakis praised the 24-year-old, writing, “George’s tears on his last watch as an Evzone filled us with pride. This is the Greece we want.”

Tsioulos explained the deep significance of the moment, sharing that the sight of his family and friends during his last service moved him to tears. “It’s a unique feeling to wear this uniform that so many before me have worn and honored,” he said, reflecting on the honour of serving as part of Greece’s prestigious Presidential Guard.

During a TV interview, Tsioulos spoke about the selection process for becoming an Evzone, which requires candidates to meet strict criteria, including height and rank, as well as rigorous physical training. He also noted that some behaviour from tourists during his service was bothersome, but he didn’t elaborate further.

The viral video, shared by his sister on TikTok, received over 3,500 comments, many of them praising Tsioulos for his service. His sister had also shared previous videos of him participating in key events such as the March 25 parade and official ceremonies at the Presidential Palace.

(Source: ProtoThema)