Over 5,500 police officers are taking part in the draconian security measures for the celebration of the Athens Polytechnic Uprising anniversary on November 17, according to Greek police sources, ANA reports.
At the same time, there will be an increased police presence in the wider area of Exarchia, while random checks will be carried out as a precaution in various places.
From the air, police helicopters and drones will continuously monitor Athens, while the roofs of buildings, used in previous years to attack police, will be under surveillance.
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