Doukas to Israeli Ambassador: We don't accept democracy lessons

The Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, responded to statements by the Israeli Ambassador Noam Katz, regarding the image of Athens and the safety of Israeli tourists.

Haris Doukas rejected the claims of Noam Katz, emphasizing that Athens is a democratic country that respects its visitors and defends the free expression of its citizens.

Referring to the comments about graffiti, Mr. Doukas stated that it is appalling to focus on graffiti while a "unprecedented genocide" is taking place in Gaza.

The Mayor of Athens stressed that he will not accept democracy lessons from those who kill civilians.