The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued an alert to U.S. citizens regarding planned demonstrations on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in the cities of Larissa, Athens, and Thessaloniki.
In Larissa, demonstrators are expected to gather at the Square of Jewish Martyrs at 11:30 a.m. In Athens, gatherings are planned at Syntagma Square and Panormou St. Metro Station starting at 7:00 p.m., with a march towards the Israeli Embassy located at 1 Marathonodromon St. in Psychiko. Thessaloniki is expected to see demonstrators convene at the Venizelos Statue at 8:00 p.m.
U.S. citizens are advised to avoid these areas and exercise caution if unexpectedly near large gatherings or crowds due to past demonstrations that have turned violent and involved property damage. The potential use of tear gas by police and anti-riot engagements between police and demonstrators is noted.
For real-time updates on demonstrations and strikes, individuals are encouraged to monitor local media outlets as well as the website www.apergia.gr.
Recommended actions for U.S. citizens include avoiding demonstration areas, exercising caution around large gatherings or protests, maintaining awareness of surroundings, keeping a low profile, and monitoring local media for updates.
For assistance, contact information for U.S. Embassy Athens and U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki is provided along with details for State Department – Consular Affairs.
U.S. citizens in Greece are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates and follow the mission's social media channels on Facebook and X for further information.