Sporadic violence at May Day protests around the world
In Russia, tens of thousands of people marched across Moscow’s Red Square in a pro-Kremlin workers’ rally. The protesters were carrying the Russian tricolour and balloons.
As is typical for rallies organised by the ruling United Russia party, the May Day rally steered clear of criticising President Vladimir Putin or his government for falling living standards. The slogans focused on wages and jobs for young professionals.
