Greece: ‘Lockdown Fatigue’ Blamed for Fueling Mass Protests

A protester kicks a gas canister back to riot police during clashes in the northern city of Thessaloniki, Greece, on March 11, 2021. Giannis Papanikos/AP Photo

ATHENS, Greece—Faced with a surge in coronavirus infections and a wave of violent anti-government demonstrations, Greece’s center-right prime minister accused political opponents on March 12 of exploiting lockdown fatigue.

Protesters take part in a rally in the northern city of Thessaloniki, Greece, on March 11, 2021. Giannis Papanikos/AP Photo