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Kosovitsa in Northern Epirus: The village divided between Greece & Albania in 1923

Its centuries-old history, how it got its name – Its cession to Albania under the Florence Protocol (1913) and its final transfer to the neighbouring country in 1923 – The district that remained in Greece and the founding of the village of Agia Marina – The Battle of Mourgkana in 1948 and Kosovitsa as a passage into Albania

Athens responds to Edi Rama: No progress on delimiting an EEZ with Albania, says the Foreign Ministry

Regarding Turkey’s reactions to Greek-Israeli cooperation, Athens makes clear that its foreign policy is not subject to the approval of third countries

The second liberation of Northern Epirus by the Hellenic Army and the incredible bravery of Lieutenant Leontokianakos

The “Autonomous Republic of Northern Epirus” – Albania after the Protocol of Corfu (4 May 1914) – The departure of Prince Wied and the chaos in the country – Greece liberates Northern Epirus for the second time within 10 days – The tragic end of the Maniot officers Stefanakos and Leontokianakos and the monumental response of the latter to his murderers

November 22, 1940: The third liberation of Koritsa, the first victory worldwide against the Axis!

The history of Koritsa and its first and second liberations in 1912 and 1914 respectively – The French betrayal – How it was finally incorporated into the Albanian state – The new liberation of Koritsa on November 22, 1940, and the exuberant celebrations throughout the country

Kostas Karamanlis pays respect to WWII heroes in Vouliarates and Kleisoura – Photo gallery

The former Prime Minister visited the memorials of the fallen in Northern Epirus - His father Alekos Karamanlis also fought at the front

The battle with the flames continues in southern Albania – The “Blue Eye” in Agioi Saranda was evacuated

Greece sent two aircraft for assistance from Corfu

Northern Epirus: The walls of the Church of Saint Nicholas in Mesopotamos “Hid” stunning frescoes – See photos

The figures of saints were painted in vivid colors at a height of eight meters, which played a crucial role in preserving them for hundreds of years

The Foreign Minister inaugurated the renovated “Seferi” building of the Consulate General in Korytsa

The restoration of the building was initially done with donations from Greeks from Korytsa, Albania, Greece, but also from foundations and companies from both countries

Albania elections: First results on Tuesday – Rama’s exit polls show victory, Berisha disputes them

Almost 200,000 Albanians abroad voted by postal vote - The candidates' campaign and the country's EU membership ambitions

Elections in Albania: Low turnout – Many complaints of electoral irregularities

Estimates that abstention will exceed 50% - Polls closed at 7 pm - Rama and Berisha are competing

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