Taxi drivers in Athens will stage a six-hour work stoppage today, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, protesting the new Road Traffic Code (RTC). Organized by the Taxi Drivers' Union of Attica (SATA), the strike will include a rally and march towards the Ministry of Transport, with drivers demanding the right for commercial taxis to use bus lanes. The protest aims to raise awareness of the bill’s impact on their sector.
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Athens taxi drivers, represented by their union SATA, plan a work stoppage on January 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a protest march to the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. The action aims to advocate for changes in the traffic code, allowing loaded taxis to use bus lanes.
Hundreds of thousands marched in Istanbul on January 1, 2025, protesting Israel's actions in Gaza. Bilal Erdoğan, son of the Turkish president, addressed the crowd, condemning the "genocide" and declaring that "Western values have died in Gaza." He also vowed to "liberate" the Al-Aqsa Mosque, just as Hagia Sophia was converted into a mosque.
Demonstrations erupted in Christian neighborhoods of Damascus after a Christmas tree was burned near Hama, Syria. Protesters voiced concerns about sectarianism and the treatment of minorities following the recent overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad by an alliance of armed groups, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
Former Thessaly regional governor Kostas Agorastos was hospitalized after being assaulted by relatives of the Tempe train disaster victims during a protest at the Regional Administration building in Larissa. The incident led to the postponement of a Regional Council meeting.
In Athens, thousands marched to mark the anniversary of Alexandros Grigoropoulos's 2008 shooting by police, a tragedy that spurred nationwide protests. Despite heavy rain, demonstrators gathered in the Exarcheia district, where the shooting occurred, leading to minor clashes with police. Authorities maintained a strong presence, deploying thousands of officers and using drones and helicopters for monitoring. Public transportation was disrupted as safety measures were implemented throughout the city. The officer involved in Grigoropoulos's death, initially sentenced to life, was released in 2019 following a sentence reduction.
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The Greek community in Munich is rallying to save Aristotelis School from closure due to rising rental costs. The protest highlights the importance of preserving Greek culture and language in the diaspora.
Thousands marched to the US embassy in Athens on November 17, 2024, to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the Polytechnic uprising. The blood-stained flag, a potent symbol of the 1973 student revolt, led the procession. Police made over 100 preventative arrests.
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The picturesque Halkidiki region of Greece, known for its stunning coastline and the birthplace of Aristotle, may soon be recognized for another reason: a potential gold rush that echoes its ancient past. This region is renowned for its gold deposits, mined since the time of the Ancient Greeks... However, this potential windfall is not without controversy. The project has drawn fierce opposition from environmental activists and local communities concerned about the potential ecological impact.
Tensions flared at Piraeus Port as dockworkers, in solidarity with Palestine, blocked a container suspected of carrying ammunition to Israel, sparking debate about Greece's role in international conflicts.
Hundreds of Turkish Cypriots protested in Nicosia, demanding the release of businesspeople arrested by the Republic of Cyprus for developing Greek Cypriot-owned properties in the north. The protest highlights escalating tensions and the need for a solution to the Cyprus property dispute.
The death of a 37-year-old Pakistani migrant, Muhammad Kamran Ashiq, while in police custody has sparked outrage and calls for justice, prompting the Greek Ministry of Citizens’ Protection to order an independent investigation
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The Athens Police Directorate has banned two rallies at Syntagma Square on Sunday, citing public safety concerns and potential disruptions. The ban affects gatherings by the "Constitutional National Assembly/Direct Democracy" and the "Community of Special Forces Reserves."
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Barcelona residents protested mass tourism by spraying tourists with water guns and urging them to "go home." Around 2,800 people marched, citing negative impacts on housing and local services.