21 Mar 2023 | 01:05 PM UTC
Greece: Activists to stage two demonstrations in Thessaloniki March 21
Activists to stage two demonstrations in Thessaloniki, Greece, March 21. Increased security, disruptions, and isolated clashes likely.
Event
Activists plan to stage two demonstrations in Thessaloniki the evening of March 21.
Labor unions plan to gather at the Statue of Venizelos from 18:30 to protest the government's economic policy.
The All-Workers Militant Front (PAME) trade union group plans to demonstrate outside the French Consulate building from 19:30 to show solidarity and support for ongoing strikes against pension reform in France.
Additional police will deploy to monitor all demonstrations. Large crowds and associated security measures, including possible road closures and movement restrictions, will likely lead to business and transport disruptions in the surrounding area. Isolated clashes between activists and security services are likely, particularly if demonstrators attempt to breach any security cordons. Security forces may resort to tear gas or other riot control measures against unruly crowds. Bystanders are unlikely to be directly targeted in any violence but would face a significant indirect threat of physical harm.
Advice
Avoid the 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 before beginning journeys and allow extra time for travel in the affected area the evening of March 21.
