Athens is on high alert as police deploy 5,000 officers, drones, and water cannons ahead of protests marking the 16th anniversary of Alexis Grigoropoulos' fatal shooting in Exarchia. Key metro stations are closed, and traffic restrictions are in place to ensure public safety during the commemorations.
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Athens is gearing up for the 51st anniversary of the Polytechnic uprising with heightened security measures, including the deployment of over 5,000 police officers, aerial surveillance, and traffic restrictions. Authorities are focusing on key locations such as the Polytechnic, U.S. and Israeli embassies, and the district of Exarchia, amid concerns tied to Middle East tensions.
A riot police squad in Athens' Exarchia district was attacked by around 50 masked individuals who threw 20 Molotov cocktails shortly after midnight. No injuries or damage were reported. Police arrested 14 people, one of whom was found carrying a knife and pepper spray. Authorities are continuing their investigation.
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