Protests intensify against Greece’s education reforms

Protests erupted in Greece over the government’s education reform bill, which seeks to legalize private universities

The Greek government’s proposed education reform bill, allowing the establishment of private universities, faced widespread protests across the country on Thursday. 

This marked the sixth consecutive week of demonstrations, primarily led by left-wing students, whose parents and university teachers joined. The protesters vehemently opposed the bill, arguing that it contradicted the Constitution.

Rallies were organized not only in the capital, Athens, but also in other cities and housing universities.

Locations included the northern port city of Thessaloniki, the central cities of Larissa and Trikala, and the northwestern city of Ioannina. The collective voice against the bill echoed concerns about the potential impact on the existing educational system.

In addition to the opposition to the education reform, demonstrators expressed discontent with the government’s foreign policy choices, particularly its pro-Western and pro-Israel stance. 

Some protesters carried Palestinian flags and banners, signaling broader dissatisfaction with the country’s geopolitical alignments.

Source: AA

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