Athenian Celebrations Mark Student Uprising Anniversary with Heightened Security
As Athens prepares for the 51st anniversary of the student uprising, security measures are intensified with 5,500 police deployed, alongside drones and helicopters. The Polytechnic gates will close Saturday evening, reopening Sunday morning for a traditional march to the U.S. Embassy. Traffic restrictions will be enforced starting at 6 AM Sunday, with multiple roads affected, to ensure smooth event flow, as local authorities advise drivers to steer clear of the area to avoid congestion.