Belgian farmers took a prominent stance by blocking the city center with their tractors, and their counterparts from Italy and other EU member states swiftly joined the demonstration.
This cross-border solidarity underscores the widespread frustration among European farmers, who are are fuelled by anger over low incomes, rising costs, and regulations associated with EU environmental policies.
The ongoing EU summit, initially intended to focus on aid for Ukraine, has been overshadowed by the farmers’ protests. While the demonstrators are aiming to compel EU leaders to address their concerns.
