Teachers protest by toppling football statues in Mexico City
Protesting teachers in Mexico City brought down statues of football players as part of a demonstration led by a dissident wing of the national teachers’ union, CNTE. The group is demanding a 100-per cent salary increase and has rejected the government’s proposed raise. The protest caused major traffic disruptions and included threats of further action if their demands are not met. Police used tear gas and sound grenades to disperse an earlier march, while authorities continue to secure key areas in the city.
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- CNTE protesters toppled three five-meter-high statues of football players on Paseo de la Reforma.
- The group threatened mass demonstrations at the opening of the World Cup on June 11.
- Police dispersed a previous CNTE march near Zocalo plaza with tear gas and sound grenades.
- The protest closed roads and worsened traffic in Mexico City.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum called the protest peaceful and urged for renewed dialogue.
