A Greek anarchist group has claimed responsibility for an attack on the Canadian embassy in the country early Sunday morning.
The group known as Rouvikonas says in a statement posted online that the attack was motivated by opposition to the embassy’s support for Eldorado Gold Corp.’s mining plans in Greece.
A video of the attack posted along with the statement shows close to a dozen assailants in motorcycle helmets and black clothes smashing windows and throwing paint at the embassy.
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The statement by the group, whose name translates as Rubicon, says Eldorado Gold’s mining plans in Greece threaten forests and water supplies.
Vancouver-based Eldorado Gold, which did not immediately respond to a request for comment, has faced significant opposition from locals over its development plans in the country.
Global Affairs Canada did not immediately respond to a request for comment.