Greece's Struggle: Low Pay and Rising Costs Spark Protests

Greece is facing a tough time. People are not happy with their wages. They feel it's hard to make ends meet. This is happening while the government is about to vote on the budget for 2026. Many workers, like doctors and teachers, went on strike. They want better pay. They say their salaries are not enough to cover their living costs. This is a big deal because Greece is still recovering from a big financial crisis that happened from 2009 to 2018. The government has promised some help. They said they will give tax breaks and other aid worth 1. 6 billion euros. But the workers don't think it's enough. They are protesting outside the parliament.Farmers are also protesting. They are blocking roads with tractors and trucks. They want faster payments from the EU. There was a scandal where some farmers faked land ownership to get money. Now, the government is checking everything, so payments are slow. The farmers also want cheaper fuel and protection from imported produce. They are not listening to the government's calls for talks. This is causing problems for other businesses. They are worried about the impact on travel and goods during the Christmas season. It's a tough situation. People are struggling, and the government is trying to find a way out. But it's not easy. Everyone wants a fair deal.