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Massive Protests Erupt in Greece Over Budget Cuts

12/17/2025

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On December 16, 2025, protests began in Athens as public-sector workers struck during Greece's 2026 budget vote.
They criticized budget cuts to public hospitals in favor of military spending.
Farmers joined the protests, blocking roads and border crossings for three weeks due to delays in EU aid linked to a corruption scandal, demanding faster payments, lower fuel costs, and protection from imports, which threaten travel and goods transport during Christmas.

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On December 16, 2025, protests began in Athens as public-sector workers struck during Greece's 2026 budget vote.
They criticized budget cuts to public hospitals in favor of military spending.
Farmers joined the protests, blocking roads and border crossings for three weeks due to delays in EU aid linked to a corruption scandal, demanding faster payments, lower fuel costs, and protection from imports, which threaten travel and goods transport during Christmas.