Greece has gifted a painting of the Virgin Mary, titled *Queen of the Bees*, to Notre Dame Cathedral during its grand reopening ceremony. Created by a Mount Athos monk, the artwork commemorates the miraculous survival of 200,000 rooftop bees during the devastating 2019 fire. Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou presented the symbolic gift in a gesture of friendship and resilience, joining 40 world leaders for the celebration.
Tag: Greek-French relations
Greece will commence negotiations for a fourth Belharra-type frigate, expanding its naval capabilities alongside the launch of the ‘Nearchos.’ National Defense Minister Nikos Dendias outlined plans for upgrades to the Hellenic Navy and emphasized the importance of strengthening national defense in the Eastern Mediterranean.