Teachers Threaten Games, President Promises Quick Fix

Mexico’s president says she will stop teachers from blocking streets before the World Cup starts. She said that while people can protest, the football tournament must go on smoothly. The tension began when officials suggested moving the summer break to June 5, instead of July 15. Teachers felt this change was a way to weaken their demands for higher wages and better pensions. Unions in Mexico have a long history of blocking roads to get attention.The CNTE union warned that if its requests are ignored, a strike could begin on June 1. Another big union, the SNTE, said it would stop working from May 25. Both unions fear that traffic jams could ruin the city’s plans for the tournament. Mexico City will host five World Cup matches, with other games in Guadalajara and Monterrey. The United States and Canada also share hosting duties for the event. The president’s promise to resolve the issue quickly aims to keep both teachers and fans happy.