Greek efforts lead to inclusion of Ukraine’s Odesa on UNESCO World Heritage List

·

Greece’s diplomatic efforts have played a part in the inclusion of the historic city centre of Odesa in Ukraine being included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

According AMNA, while the decision was the outcome of coordinated efforts, the Greek Foreign Affairs Ministry said in a statement that it “took the lead, as a member of the [World Heritage] Committee, in coordination with Belgium, Bulgaria, Italy and Japan.”

The Ministry said it immediately responded “to Ukraine’s request for the city’s protection, especially under the current war conditions prevailing in the region.”

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy welcomed the UNESCO decision.

“I’m grateful to partners who help protect our pearl from the Russian invaders’ attacks,” he tweeted.

Odesa is often described as Ukraine’s “pearl of the Black Sea.” Since the Russian invasion, Ukrainians have rushed to try to protect the city’s monuments and buildings with sandbags and barricades.

The city was also added to the list of world heritage sites in danger, which UNESCO says “gives it access to reinforced technical and financial international assistance” to protect or, if necessary, rehabilitate it.

Source: AMNA.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Missile strikes escalate as Trump urges Iran and Israel to ‘make a deal’

Israel and Iran exchanged missile strikes for a third consecutive day, intensifying a deadly conflict that has left hundreds dead.

Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria announces date for 2025 Board Elections

The Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria has announced its 2025 Board elections will be held on Sunday, June 29.

How younger Greek Australians are redefining mental health conversations

Conversations once hidden in the shadows are now in the spotlight, bringing mental health to the forefront.

NSW urged to act on worsening elder abuse crisis

A new report from Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) reveals that 15% of elderly Australians are currently experiencing abuse.

More civil war-era mass graves found beneath Greek city park

Another grim discovery has surfaced in Greece, where 14 bodies believed to be victims of civil war-era executions have been unearthed.

You May Also Like

Strong Greek presence at ANZAC Day marches in Tasmania and Queensland

Greek communities across Tasmania and Queensland played a prominent role in this year’s ANZAC Day commemorations on Friday, April 25.

Greek Community of Melbourne’s ‘Theatre from the Microphone’ festival returns

The Greek Community of Melbourne's Theater from the Microphone online youth festival has returned for the fourth consecutive year.

Ubisoft allows users to ‘Keep It Greek’ by exploring world of Ancient Greece for free

Ubisoft has given users the chance to 'Keep it Greek' by giving out their exclusive Discovery Tours of Ancient Greece and Egypt for free.