30 Nov 2017 | 03:18 PM UTC
Greece: Protests in Thessaloniki November 30
US Consulate General warns of protests planned in Thessaloniki November 30; avoid all demonstrations
Event
According to the US Consulate General in Thessaloniki, two demonstrations are planned in Thessaloniki on Thursday, November 30. Greek nationalist protesters are expected to hold a demonstration at 09:00 (local time) at the Military Court (1, Kaftantzoglou Street), and the International Peace and Détente Committee will hold a demonstration at 18:00 at C' Army Corps (1, Stratou Avenue). A heightened security presence, and consequent traffic disruptions, are expected around the protest sites in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Thessaloniki are advised to monitor developments to the situation, to avoid protests due to the potential for violence, and to adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.