Safe For JewsThessaloniki
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Thessaloniki
Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
In June 2026, Thessaloniki witnessed 'anti-Zionist patrols' organized by the Rouvikonas group, targeting Jews and Israelis, echoing the 1931 Campbell pogrom. The Central Board of Jewish Communities in Greece condemned these actions, urging authorities to address the rising antisemitism. In response, Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni reassured Israeli tourists of their safety, emphasizing Greece's commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against hate-driven aggression. The Israeli government's travel advisory for Greece remains at 'be cautious when traveling,' reflecting ongoing concerns....
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Greece maintains diplomatic relations with Israel and has a Jewish community with historical ties. The Greek government has reassured Israeli tourists of their safety and emphasized a zero-tolerance approach to hate-driven aggression....
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Greek Jews express concern over anti-Zionist patrols in Thessaloniki, fearing a rise in antisemitism and intimidation.
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thejc.com
Jul 02, 2026
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A prosecutor in Thessaloniki investigates far-left activists for staging an anti-Zionist patrol, raising concerns over incitement against Jews.
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iefimerida.gr
Jun 30, 2026
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The incident occurred 95 years after an antisemitic pogrom in the same city, raising concerns among the Jewish community.
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jpost.com
Jun 30, 2026
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