International lawyer Amal Clooney has expressed her admiration for Greece and its people at Athens airport before departing the country following a high-profile visit.
The 48-year-old wife of actor George Clooney spoke briefly to reporters from the television show Happy Day as she prepared to board her flight.
Clooney told journalists gathered around her that she loved Greece and the Greek people, but declined to answer further questions. When reporters asked about her husband and noted his absence from the trip, she responded with a simple smile.
Meetings with Greek leadership
The visit to the Greek capital centered on the UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors Annual Meeting, which Clooney attended in Athens earlier in the week.
During her stay, Clooney held official talks with President of the Republic Konstantinos Tasoulas. She also met Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his wife Mareva Grabowski at Maximos Mansion, where discussions focused on the Parthenon Sculptures.
Clooney, a prominent human rights barrister, has a long-standing professional connection to the Parthenon Sculptures, having previously provided legal counsel to the Greek government on potential legal strategies for their return from the British Museum in London.
Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
Beyond her official schedule, Clooney spent time exploring historical monuments in Athens, visiting the Temple of Olympian Zeus alongside her mother, Baria Alamuddin.
Both women drew attention for their stylish attire during the outing at the landmark site. Clooney wore an all-white suit, while her mother selected a black-and-white polka dot ensemble trimmed with feathers along the top hemline.
The Temple of Olympian Zeus, located in central Athens near the Acropolis, is one of the city's most significant ancient monuments. Construction of the massive temple began in the sixth century BC and was completed centuries later under Roman Emperor Hadrian.
Cultural diplomacy and UNESCO engagement
The annual UNESCO gathering brings together international figures and cultural advocates to support global heritage preservation, educational programs, and human rights initiatives.
The multi-day itinerary combined diplomatic engagements with top Greek officials and cultural excursions before Clooney concluded her trip and departed from Athens.
