Lesvos livestock farmers hold symbolic protest in Mytilene

Livestock farmers in Lesvos conducted a symbolic protest during the anniversary celebrations of the liberation of Mytilene. While official ceremonies took place, children of the farmers occupied the seats on the dignitaries' platform, while the producers gathered along the waterfront with black flags and banners to demand solutions to their industry's ongoing challenges.

Thomas Moschos, the Agricultural Development Sector Chief of the Greek Leftist Alliance (EL.A.S.), issued a statement regarding the mobilization. He noted that the protest does not diminish the historical significance of the anniversary but rather highlights the urgent need to protect the livelihoods of families dependent on livestock farming. Moschos emphasized that the demonstration serves to advocate for the future of the next generation in the region.