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02 Oct 2024 | 08:14 AM UTC

Greece: Unionized teaching staff plan to protest in Athens Oct. 5

Unionized teaching staff plan to protest at Syntagma Square, Athens, Greece, from 19:30 Oct. Tight security likely; disruptions possible.

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Unionized teaching staff plan to protest at Syntagma Square, Athens, from 19:30 Oct. 5. Multiple labor unions representing the education sector will likely participate to mark International Teachers' Day. Several hundred to a few thousand people may attend the event.

Authorities will likely deploy increased security measures to facilitate the gathering. Localized transport disruptions are possible. The event is likely to be peaceful.

Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed instructions of authorities.