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This resolution commemorates the 204th anniversary of Greek Independence Day on March 25, 2025, celebrating the historical and ongoing connections between Greece and the United States. The resolution highlights Greece's long-standing struggle for independence from Ottoman rule, beginning in 1821, and emphasizes the country's significant contributions to democracy and international cooperation. It recognizes Greece's consistent alliance with the United States in major international conflicts, its role in maintaining religious tolerance in a complex geopolitical region, and its current strategic importance as a NATO ally. The resolution praises the Greek-American community's contributions, particularly in Rhode Island, and commends Greece's recent diplomatic efforts, including support for Ukraine and humanitarian assistance in Gaza. Additionally, it urges Turkey to respect the religious freedoms of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and directs the Secretary of State to distribute copies of the resolution to various Greek Orthodox churches and diplomatic representatives, symbolizing the continued cultural and diplomatic bonds between Greece and the United States.

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