In a post, Takis Theodorikakos, the Minister of Development, referred to the anniversary of the Imia and the death of the three heroes.

Specifically, Takis Theodorikakos said:
“Immortal heroes! They are forever with us, in the hearts of all Greeks, in national memory, and in the duty of defending the borders of our homeland on land, sea, and air. We will never forget them!”