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May Day rallies in Queen City feature Pro-Palestinian banners and Olympic rings ablaze, amidst turbulent times

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Workers and activists worldwide took to the streets on May Day to protest rising prices and advocate for greater labor rights, with pro-Palestinian sentiments also making a strong showing.

In Istanbul, police clashed with thousands of protesters attempting to reach the main Taksim square, resulting in the detention of at least 210 individuals. The square holds symbolic significance, as it was the site of a tragic incident in 1977 where 34 people were killed during a May Day celebration.

From Germany to Sri Lanka to France, banners displayed various economic grievances and political demands, with calls for taxing the rich, preserving the eight-hour workday, and ensuring a better quality of life for all.

In Paris, police fired tear gas at protesters seeking improved pay and working conditions, with some demonstrators expressing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. In Athens, labor strikes disrupted public transport as unions demanded a return to collective bargaining rights.

In South Korea, thousands rallied against what they deemed anti-labor policies pursued by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s government. Meanwhile, in Japan, protesters called for salary increases to offset rising prices and address income disparities.

From Indonesia to the Philippines, workers demanded protections for migrant workers, minimum wage raises, and job security amidst economic challenges. The global May Day protests underscored the ongoing struggles faced by workers and the importance of advocating for their rights.

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