15 years since Mari explosion: Commemoration and state apology
On Saturday, Cyprus commemorated the 13 people who died 15 years ago in the explosion at the Evangelos Florakis naval base in Mari on July 11, 2011. President Nikos Christodoulides formally apologized on behalf of the state for the errors and omissions that led to the deadly disaster, and assured that all possible efforts will be made to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Memorial services were held at the Church of Agion Ieromartiron on the naval base.