US EditionOver 25 Anti-Israel Protests Planned Across Greece This Sunday
ATHENS, AUG 5 – Israeli embassy staff were evacuated due to escalating antisemitic incidents and protests linked to Israel's Gaza military actions, officials said amid a surge in tensions.
- In Athens, Israeli embassy staff were evacuated from their homes after a senior Israeli security official cited the situation in Greece.
- Recent weeks have seen a surge in anti-Israel protests across Greece, with Greek left-wing groups and the BDS movement planning a `Day of Rage` this Sunday, targeting Israeli tourists.
- In Syros, protesters blocked the Crown Iris cruise ship from docking, and last week two coaches from Israel’s national soccer team were attacked in Athens.
- Tensions spiked after Israel’s ambassador to Greece Noam Katz criticized Athens Mayor Haris Doukas for not protecting the city, and Doukas defended protesters’ right and accused Israel of genocide in Gaza.
- On August 10, the March to Gaza protest movement plans demonstrations across Greek islands and tourist hotspots to oppose alleged `war crimes and genocide`.
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Anti-Israel activists plan 'Days of Rage' rallies across Greece
Demonstrations in Greece planned for the coming days raise concerns for Israeli tourists, prompting security alerts and diplomatic tensions, though authorities expect limited turnout and emphasize protection for visitors
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Cleveland Jewish News‘Day of Rage’ protests to target Israeli tourists in Greece
Greek leftist groups have called for demonstrations against the Jewish state over the Gaza war.The post ‘Day of Rage’ protests to target Israeli tourists in Greece appeared first on JNS.org.
The Centre for Combating Anti-Semitism has issued warnings for travellers about 'Rage Days' and demonstrations against Israel scheduled for the next few days in Greece. The level of risk is defined as "high'. The Ministry of the Diaspora issued a warning referring to August 10, in which a wave of anti-Israeli protests is expected in over 25 Greek locations, including some islands and major tourist areas. The Greek police are preparing with a bro…
The Embassy of Israel in Greece “categorically denies” media reports claiming that its staff have evacuated their homes. In a related statement, the Embassy states: “These… Embassy of Israel in Greece: Denies Reports That Its Staff Are Evacuating Their Homes - NAVY NEWS
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