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Thousands of workers marched through Athens on Tuesday during a 24-hour general strike—the second this month—called by labor unions to oppose a new labor law. The legislation would allow employers to extend shifts up to 13 hours, prompting concerns over exploitation and erosion of work-life balance. Transportation was disrupted nationwide, and unions are demanding the bill be withdrawn, along with broader reforms like a 35-hour work week and restored collective bargaining rights.