Friday, May 01, 2020

In pictures: May Day protests around the world

Every year May Day is used to mark many things - from the coming of spring in the Northern Hemisphere to the fight for workers' rights. This year many rallies have been scaled back because of coronavirus lockdowns, although some have taken place on the streets and online.
Here are some of the events that have marked the day.

A woman hands out red carnations
The Greek government asked groups to delay public rallies by more than a week, but leading union GSEE called for a general strike to coincide with May Day

Protest in Vienna
In Vienna, Austria, protesters hold a banner reading: "Organise the masses in the duty of the proletarian world revolution". There are 15 different registered demonstrations and gatherings across the city
Demonstrators practice social distancing
SOCIAL DISTANCING PROTESTERS
In Thessaloniki, Greece, a woman holds a placard that reads: "No to robbing people for the profit of capital"
Protest in Athens
Members of the Greek Labour Union (PAME), wearing protective masks and respecting the social distances, protest in front of the Greek Parliament in Athens

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