Tag: November 17

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Heightened Security in Athens for 51st Anniversary of Polytechnic Uprising

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.

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Athens Polytechnic Opens for 51st Anniversary of Historic Uprising

The National Technical University of Athens (Athens Polytechnic) will hold three days of events starting November 15 to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the 1973 student uprising against the dictatorship. The commemorations, which include the annual march to the U.S. Embassy, honour the fight for democracy and the sacrifices of Greek youth.