The Greek Ministry of Education has given a 48-hour ultimatum to the authorities of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki after severe clashes erupted around the Polytechnic School. This directive comes in the wake of grave incidents that raised concerns about safety and order within the university grounds. The government criticized the violent events and insists on obtaining a detailed report highlighting actions, responsibilities, and the extent of the disturbances from university authorities and relevant security bodies.

In its statement, the Ministry condemned the violence that occurred 'in close proximity to university premises' and demanded immediate and comprehensive updates from the administrative and security entities associated with the university, as well as from law enforcement agencies. Central to this inquiry are five critical questions that the Ministry seeks to address to clarify the situation: whether the university was aware of the event being held, whether there was a request and appropriate permission granted, the role of the private security company, the specifics of the incidents, and the degree of illegal activities that took place.

This development underscores the ongoing challenges that Greek universities face regarding campus safety and the management of public order amid rising tensions. The Ministry's actions reflect a stricter regulatory approach to violence in universities, as they aim to enforce existing laws surrounding campus safety and to hold university authorities accountable for their management of such incidents. As the deadline approaches, the implications of this situation could carry significant consequences for the university's administration and its future handling of events on campus, potentially impacting students and the broader academic community.