The orange growers in Morphou, Cyprus, are battling market pressures from Turkish imports and the threat of citrus greening disease. Their recent protest, highlighted by a symbolic act of burning oranges, underscores the urgent need for support to safeguard their livelihood and the sustainability of the citrus industry in the region.
Farmers in Paphos are demanding increased government subsidies to address financial struggles worsened by international conflicts and the Covid19 pandemic. Their planned protest near Paphos airport aims to draw attention to the urgent need for fair support to sustain agricultural heritage and cope with rising operational costs.
Approximately 15 to 20 Greek Cypriot students were arrested for protesting outside the Turkish embassy during President Erdogan’s visit to Athens. The students, linked to the nationalist group DrasisKes, opposed Erdogan’s presence, leading to heightened security measures and a temporary ban on public gatherings.
