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EU bets on Mercosur as geopolitics clash with eurosceptic backlash

Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.

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Farmers leave Paris but tensions rise in Toulouse over EU-Mercosur trade deal

Farmers from FNSEA and Jeunes Agriculteurs unions left Paris after protesting rising costs. Tractors entered Toulouse, defying a local ban, under police watch.

The Cube

How AI-generated content is imitating farmer protests

The motivation for generating this kind of fake content can be to generate clicks, which can be monetised if it goes viral. Europe’s farmer protests have also been weaponised as part of Russian propaganda operations.

Europe News

EU member states back Mercosur trade deal

EU member states on Friday gave the green light to the signing of the Mercosur agreement, paving the way for a vast trade bloc taking in more than 700 million people across Europe and Latin America. France, however, plans to continue its fight against the deal in the European Parliament.

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French farmers protest EU Mercosur deal with tractors in Paris

French capital woke to the sound of tractors on Thursday as farmers drove into Paris to protest a proposed EU Mercosur trade deal.

Europe News

The Commission adds concessions for Paris and Rome to lock Mercosur

From early cash to relaxing duties, the Commission makes tailor-made overtures for France and Italy as Mercosur trade deal enters final stretch. Rome signals it is open to signing it, Paris remains cautious in heated domestic debate with more protests planned this week from farmers.

Economy

Mercosur deal: Von der Leyen pledges early funding for EU farmers

The Commission has offered early access to €45 billion of fuding under the next Common Agricultural Policy budget as soon as 2028 to appease farmers. While France’s backing for the Mercosur deal remains highly uncertain, all eyes are on Italy. Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the proposal.

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Polish farmers stage nationwide protests over EU–Mercosur trade agreement

Farmers across Poland held coordinated protests to voice concerns about the planned EU–Mercosur trade deal and its potential impact on domestic agriculture.

Climate

Hungary’s water guardians fight drought using waste from thermal spas

These volunteers are on a mission to save the Great Hungarian Plain from desertification.

Republic of North Macedonia

North Macedonia declares electricity crisis over fuel oil shortage

The crisis in the Western Balkan country was sparked by severe difficulties in supplying fuel oil from neighbouring Greece after border blockades by protesting farmers, authorities said.

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France deploys armed forces to fight cattle disease outbreak

France's armed forces are aiding a nationwide cattle vaccination to combat lumpy skin disease.

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Macron's home targeted by farmers protesting EU trade deal

France farmers protested outside President Macron’s home in Le Touquet, demanding the EU drop the Mercosur trade deal despite its signing being delayed.

Europe Today

Europe Today: A dramatic end to the EU summit on Ukraine and Mercosur

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

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Farmers clash with police near European parliament in Brussels

Belgium farmers clashed with police in Brussels during protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, as leaders debated safeguards and possible delays.

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Farmers from 27 EU countries protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Belgium farmers protested in Brussels against the EU Mercosur trade deal, clashing with police as tractors gathered near the European Parliament.

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Farmers block roads in Brussels to protest EU-Mercosur free-trade deal

Proponents argue the agreement would provide an alternative to Beijing's export controls and Washington's tariff policies. Critics warn it would weaken environmental regulations and damage the EU's agricultural sector.