20 minutes agoViolent Protests in Thessalonica (Video)
Periskopi(8 years ago)
(8 years ago)The city of Thessaloniki is involved in violent protests. Many citizens came to a rally, against the name agreement between Greece and Macedonia in June. Protesters clashed with police forces ahead of Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras's speech in this town. Media report that Greek flag protesters threw stones and anti-police objects while [...]
Protesters clashed with police forces ahead of Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras's speech in this town.
Media report that Greek flag protesters threw stones and anti-police objects, while the latter responded with tear gas.
Trade unions have also been in protest, which oppose government austerity measures for business.
Greeks have been protesting the deal with Macedonia for weeks, while Skopje will organise the referendum on September 30th. Over 40,000 police forces are in action to normalise the situation and ready.
