12 May 2022 | 11:17 AM UTC
Greece: Anti-war activists to demonstrate in Greek urban centers May 12
Anti-war activists to demonstrate in Greek urban centers May 12; heightened security, disruptions likely; isolated clashes possible.
Event
Anti-war activists plan to demonstrate in Greek urban centers May 12 to denounce US military bases on Greek territory; legislation to extend an existing agreement with the US is currently passing through the Greek parliament. Actions are confirmed in the following locations:
Athens: Propylaea from 19:00
Chania: Agora Square from 19:00
Heraklion: Eleftherias Square from 18:30
Patras: Olgas Square from 19:00
Thessaloniki: Statue of Venizelos from 19:00
Demonstrations are likely in additional towns and cities across Greece May 12. Attendance will vary by location but could reach into the thousands at larger gatherings.
Additional police will deploy to monitor all demonstrations. Large crowds and associated security measures, including road closures and movement restrictions, will likely prompt localized transport disruptions in surrounding areas. Though isolated clashes between protesters and security services cannot be ruled out, most actions are likely to pass peacefully. Police could resort to riot control measures such as tear gas and water cannon against unruly crowds. While bystanders are unlikely to be directly targeted in any violence, they would face an indirect threat of harm.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for disruptions and allow extra time for travel in affected areas the evening of May 12.
