Meeting Between Mitsotakis and Bartholomew: The Patriarch’s Gift to the Prime Minister

A photograph taken at the Vatican on the day of Pope Francis’s funeral, featuring Maretta Grabowska and an unnamed individual, highlighted a significant moment when His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presented a gift to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during their meeting at the Maximos Mansion. Welcoming the Patriarch, Mitsotakis expressed: ‘Your visit always gives us strength, courage, and the resolve to continue our journey towards the comprehensive recovery of our homeland. I warmly welcome you once again to the Maximos Mansion, reflecting the feelings of all Greeks worldwide for your important work. Every visit from you is an opportunity to discuss broader developments affecting our region.’ In response, Patriarch Bartholomew conveyed his joy in being in Greece, ready to exchange thoughts on common issues, returning strengthened to his seat with blessings from the Mother Church and fellow Archbishops.