Global Protests and Celebrations Mark May Day Across the World

Workers and activists worldwide commemorated May Day with demonstrations focusing on various issues such as fair pay, labor rights, and economic policies.

In <Istanbul, police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse crowds trying to access square against government restrictions. Interior Minister reported over 210 detainments following the clash.

Paris witnessed thousands marching with demands for better working conditions, while pro-Palestinian groups joined the rally. Clashes resulted in the deployment of tear gas by law enforcement.

Athens, the capital of , saw unions mobilize alongside pro-Palestinian advocates, with similar demonstrations featuring in major cities around the world.

Protests in , especially in Kreuzberg and Neukoelln, displayed solidarity with and denounced arms sales to .

In , workers rallied against government austerity measures, notably in and , while Nigeria and called for wage hikes amid soaring inflation.

Lebanese protesters sought economic relief, demanding an end to financial crisis, while Iraq called for labor reforms and the protection of national businesses.

Sri Lanka faced tens of thousands protesting economic turmoil, with calls for wage increases, contrasted by South Korea‘s labor sector critiquing President ‘s policies.

In Japan, salary increment demands and protections for migrant workers took center stage, paralleled by Indonesian worker rallies against new laws affecting outsourcing.

The Philippines echoed calls for wage hikes and job security amidst rising living costs, met with police intervention near the presidential palace.