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Greece has begun reviewing thousands of asylum approvals granted to Syrian and Afghan nationals, as the migration minister declares Athens does not share common values with 'hardline Islam.' The policy, which includes potential revocations and deportations, has sparked fear among refugees who have built lives in Greece over the past decade.
Thousands of protesters in Greece have taken to the streets to condemn Israeli forces for attacking a humanitarian aid convoy bound for Gaza. The demonstration, spanning Athens and several other cities, reflects widespread anger over the interception and boarding of the vessel organized by NGOs. Greece's Foreign Ministry has condemned the incident and demanded an explanation from Israel.
Despite economic growth and wage increases, Greek workers had the second-lowest real wages in the EU in 2023, according to Eurostat. Inflation has eroded one-third of Greek incomes since the 2009 crisis, while collective bargaining coverage has fallen sharply. Workplace deaths are also rising, with official figures likely undercounting fatalities.
