The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued a demonstration alert for U.S. citizens regarding planned protests scheduled for March 5, 2025, in Athens and Thessaloniki. These demonstrations are anticipated to occur at Syntagma Square in Athens and near the Venizelos Statue in Thessaloniki, both starting at 7:00 pm. Additional protests may arise across other major Greek cities.
These events follow a general strike and demonstrations held on February 28th, commemorating the second anniversary of the Tempi train disaster. The U.S. Mission advises its citizens to avoid areas where demonstrations are occurring and to exercise caution if unexpectedly near large gatherings or crowds.
Previous demonstrations have seen instances of violence and property damage, with potential clashes between police and protesters involving tear gas usage by law enforcement.
U.S. citizens are encouraged to stay informed through local media and the website www.apergia.gr for any last-minute updates on demonstrations or strikes.
For those seeking assistance, contact information is provided for the U.S. Embassy in Athens and the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki. Additionally, citizens can reach out to the State Department's Consular Affairs for further support.