Early Sunday morning (26.10.2025), Makis Voridis reacted to the shocking attack he suffered from around 50 masked individuals while dining with his family and friends at a restaurant in Heraklion. In a social media post, Voridis condemned the assault involving eggs, stones, and furniture thrown at him. He identified the perpetrators as “left-wing hooligans” and emphasized that such incidents do not intimidate him.
“Left-wing hooligans attacked me unprovoked yesterday at a restaurant in Heraklion, Crete, where I am on a private visit. I know them, and their despicable tactics neither surprise nor frighten me! I’ve lived like this my entire life. But they didn’t even respect my family—my 12-year-old daughter was there, witnessing her father being targeted—nor the children of other families dining nearby, who weren’t even part of our group. Unfortunately, we still have a long way to go to eradicate far-left violence,” wrote the New Democracy MP.
Government Spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis also issued a statement: “Every time, these ‘known-unknowns’ prove why they represent the worst form of fascism. Yesterday in Heraklion, Crete, they attacked Makis Voridis, showing no respect for his family. Respect is clearly a foreign concept to them. They don’t scare us; on the contrary, they make us stronger.”
Nikos Dendias expressed full solidarity: “I stand fully with Makis Voridis, Danae, and their young daughter after the unacceptable attack by masked individuals. Such actions are a disgrace to our democracy.”
Stelios Petsas added: “With Makis! And against political violence from extremists who target anyone daring to express center-right views.”
The incident occurred Saturday night as Voridis dined with loved ones. Around 50 hooded individuals surrounded the restaurant, shouting slogans before launching the attack. Authorities are investigating.