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Greece faces major strikes and protests over proposed labor law changes allowing 13-hour workdays, disrupting public services and transport. Demonstrations also occur in Athens against Israel's interception of Gaza-bound aid boats.

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Global rallies condemn Israeli interception of Gaza Flotilla
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Africanews
6 hours ago
Global rallies condemn Israeli interception of Gaza Flotilla

Over a thousand demonstrators in Athens march to the Israeli embassy, protesting Israel's interception of a Gaza aid flotilla.

Protests as Israel intercepts dozens of Gaza-bound aid boats
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Reuters
1 day ago
Protests as Israel intercepts dozens of Gaza-bound aid boats

News of Israel's action against the Gaza flotilla sparks protests in Greece and other countries.

Thousands of workers protest in Greece over 13-hour workday plans
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France 24
2 days ago
Thousands of workers protest in Greece over 13-hour workday plans

Protesters in Athens oppose a government plan to introduce a 13-hour workday, arguing it undermines workers' rights and affects family life.

General strike in Greece over working hours disrupts travel
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Euronews
2 days ago
General strike in Greece over working hours disrupts travel

A nationwide general strike halts trains, ferries, and taxis in Athens as workers protest labor law changes allowing up to 13-hour shifts.

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