Tag: Farmers Protest
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Italy hardens Mercosur stance as EU deal edges closer amid farmer protests and government tensions
Italy Tightens Demands on Mercosur, as EU Deal Nears Final Stages Italy has stepped up its demands for stronger safeguards in the long-delayed Mercosur trade agreement, even as European Union negotiators insist the deal is moving closer to completion. The shift signals growing unease among EU member states about environmental and agricultural protections, and it…
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Rahul Gandhi confronts MGNREGA overhaul, calls it anti-rural and vows withdrawal
Rahul Gandhi frames MGNREGA changes as anti-rural In a bold political escalation, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the Modi government of disbanding or drastically altering the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Speaking on a day when rural livelihoods and farmer protests dominated the political discourse, Gandhi described the government’s approach as an…
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Controversy Erupts After New Wolf Culling in Mont-Tendre
Introduction: Tensions Rise in Mont-Tendre A recent wolf culling at Mont-Tendre has reignited heated debates among farmers and wildlife advocates. Just hours before a significant protest organized by local farmers, wildlife officials reported that a new wolf was shot—marking the twelfth wolf culled from the Mont-Tendre pack this year. The Context of the Culling With…
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Marchairuz Farmers Rally Against Wolf Attacks
Farmers Unite Against Wolf Attacks in Marchairuz This past Sunday, amidst the scenic Jura Vaudois, farmers rallied at the Marchairuz and Mollendruz passes, drawing attention to a pressing issue affecting their livelihoods. A forest of wooden crosses adorned with photos of dead cattle served as a poignant backdrop for the demonstration, highlighting the severe impact…
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Farmers Unite Against Wolf Attacks in Marchairuz
Farmers Mobilize Against Wolf Attacks in Marchairuz This Sunday, a striking scene unfolded in the Jura Vaudois region as farmers mobilized against the alarming increase in wolf attacks on livestock. At the cols of Marchairuz and Mollendruz, a somber display of wooden crosses adorned with photos of slaughtered cattle confronted the public. The farmers, frustrated…
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Marchairuz: Farmers Unite Against Wolf Attacks
Introduction In the picturesque region of Marchairuz, Switzerland, a growing concern has emerged among local farmers as wolf attacks on livestock have surged. Farmers gathered this past weekend at the col of Mollendruz, showcasing a poignant display of wooden crosses adorned with photos of slaughtered cattle, emphasizing the dire situation they face. With 94 livestock…
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FNSEA Calls for Nationwide Agricultural Action Day on September 25
FNSEA Announces a Day of Action for Farmers On September 25, 2025, the French agricultural union FNSEA will lead a significant day of action across the entire country. This initiative is a response to the growing frustrations and challenges faced by the farming community in France. Farmers are encouraged to take to the streets to…