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18 Oct 2024 | 06:19 PM UTC

Greece: Activists to protest in Monastiraki area of Athens on Oct. 19

Activists to demonstrate in Monastiraki area of Athens, Greece, from 13:00 Oct. 19. Increased security and transport disruptions likely.

Informational

Several activist groups plan to protest in the Monastiraki area of Athens beginning at 13:00 Oct. 19. The purpose of the action is to condemn the alleged government-sponsored gentrification of the city's neighborhoods and to demand that public spaces be protected from development. It is unclear how many people will participate in the demonstration.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely in and around the protest location.

Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Consider seeking alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Heed all authorities' instructions.