Greek rally against Macedonia name deal turns violent

Footage showed the protesters carrying Greek flags and clashing with police as night descended on Athens.

Several protesters blocking a road were dragged off by police in riot gear.

Under the new deal with Macedonia, the country would be renamed the Republic of North Macedonia.

The agreement still needs to be ratified by the Macedonian parliament however, and then confirmed via referendum in September.

Following that, it will need to be confirmed by Greek lawmakers to come into effect.