The declaration of three days of national mourning in the Armed Forces for the deaths of their officers during the humanitarian mission in Libya was announced on Monday morning by the Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias.
In his announcement, Mr. Dendias said: "I express my deepest sorrow for the death of the three members of the Armed Forces, who lost their lives in the line of duty, participating in the Greek humanitarian aid mission in Libya. The loss of their lives in an accident, during the practical demonstration of solidarity to our fellow human beings who are being tested, together with members of missions from other states, causes immense sadness to the large family of the Armed Forces, as well as to the entire Greek people.
I also express my deepest sorrow for the loss of life of the two civilians who were part of the same mission.
Our thoughts at this time are with the families of the victims of the accident, to whom we extend our most sincere condolences, as well as to the injured, to whom we extend our best wishes for a speedy recovery.
By my decision, a three-day mourning period is declared for the Armed Forces for the death of their officers, during the humanitarian aid mission in Libya."
Source: skai.gr