Activists worldwide gathered for May Day rallies and street protests on Friday. Workers came out in force to mark Labor Day, initiating demonstrations in cities ranging from Islamabad to Istanbul.
The protests are driven by rising energy costs and shrinking purchasing power. These economic challenges are tied to the US-Israeli war on Iran, which has significantly hurt workers across the globe.
During the rallies, participants called for peace and demanded higher wages and better working conditions as they continue to grapple with the effects of the conflict.