The Turkish authorities did not give permission for a liturgy at Panagia Sumela of Pontos on August XNUMXth.
This is what the Ecumenical Patriarchate says in a statement.
According to the announcement, the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was expected to go to Trebizond for the liturgy, however, following the decision of the Turkish authorities, his visit has been postponed.
Source: riknews.com