Greece has announced plans to ban social media use for individuals under the age of 15, effective January 1, 2027. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis cited increased anxiety, sleep disturbances, and the addictive nature of online platforms as reasons for the measure.

Greece will ban access to social media for children under the age of 15 from January 1, 2027, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday, citing rising anxiety, sleep problems and the addictive ⁠design of online platforms.