Hundreds protest rising rents and housing crisis in Athens
Hundreds of people took to the streets of Athens on Wednesday to protest rising rents and the worsening housing crisis, calling on the Greek government to introduce effective measures to make housing more affordable.
Demonstrators gathered at Klafthmonos Square in central Athens, demanding better protection for tenants and improved access to affordable homes.
Trade unions, student groups and civil society organisations joined the demonstration, highlighting the growing pressure that soaring housing costs are placing on households.
Protesters march towards parliament
Following the gathering, demonstrators marched towards the Greek parliament, insisting that access to affordable housing should be guaranteed for everyone.
The protest was organised by the Housing for All initiative, which brought together different social groups calling for stronger government action to address the housing crisis.
The demonstration ended peacefully, with no incidents reported.
