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Thousands of Irish, French farmers protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Thousands of farmers in Ireland and France protested Saturday against the European Union's trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur, a day after EU states approved the treaty despite opposition from some members.

Radio France Internationale

Mercosur: How Macron’s domestic weakness undercut his Brussels clout

The French president's failure to assemble a blocking minority against the Mercosur deal underscores how his domestic weakness is undermining his clout in Brussels. By contrast, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Germany have secured an important victory.

Euronews

EU states back controversial Mercosur deal with Latin American countries

Agreement after 25 years of negotiations prompts farmers to block roads in Paris, Brussels and Warsaw

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How AI-generated content is imitating farmer protests to drive up clicks

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.

Euronews

EU countries green-light Mercosur trade deal despite France's opposition

A majority of the European Union's 27 members on Friday approved a long-negotiated deal that paves the way for a vast free trade bloc across Europe and Latin America. The Mercosur agreement – the biggest the EU has ever agreed – continues to face fierce opposition from France and a…

Radio France Internationale

EU member states back Mercosur deal, French MEPs vow fight in Parliament

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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Paris to vote ‘No’ on Mercosur, risking major diplomatic setback for Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday on X that Paris will oppose the Mercosur trade deal in a crucial vote in Brussels on Friday. If a qualified majority of member states back the agreement, as expected, it would mark a major setback for the French leader.

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‘Tomorrow is not the end’, says Harris over vote on EU-Mercosur trade deal

Tanaiste Simon Harris said Ireland had to ‘stand by our word’ on the Mercosur deal.

Evening Standard

French farmers stage protest in Paris to oppose EU-Mercosur trade deal

Tractor protest in city centre comes as Emmanuel Macron confirms he will vote against accord on Friday

The Guardian - UK

Angry French farmers defy ban and block Paris streets over Mercosur deal

French farmers defied a government ban on Thursday, blockading roads into Paris and several of the city’s landmarks to protest against the Mercosur trade deal the European Union is expected to sign on Friday with South American nations.

Radio France Internationale

Farmers storm Paris with tractors to oppose EU-Mercosur free trade deal

French farmers drove about 100 tractors into the French capital, protesting Brussels' trade deal with five South American nations. The protesters bypassed police barriers to reach landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.

Euronews

French farmers force their way through Paris as tractor protest hits capital

French farmers have denounced the trade deal with the Mercosur nations of Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay

The Independent UK

European Commission piles up concessions for Paris and Rome hoping to seal Mercosur signature

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.

Euronews

France halts imports of food with traces of banned pesticides

France officially banned food imports containing traces of five pesticides that are already banned in the EU. The government announced the ban on Wednesday. The move aims to reduce farmers' opposition to the Mercosur trade deal with four South American countries.

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Italy seeks carbon border tax freeze on fertilisers, raising stakes for Mercosur deal

Rome’s backing for the Mercosur deal is still not guaranteed, even after the Commission offered earlier funding for farmers. Rome is now calling for the EU's carbon tax to be lifted. Mercosur signature may still be delayed.

Radio France Internationale

EU offers farmers extra funds to quell anger over Mercosur deal

The EU has offered a carrot to farmers angered at a trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur, promising to unlock funds for the sector as EU agriculture ministers are due to gather in Brussels Wednesday for an extraordinary meeting to try to get the accord over the line.

Euronews

Von der Leyen pledges early funding to farmers in final push to secure Mercosur deal

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.

Euronews

EU agriculture ministers to hold crucial talks ahead of possible Mercosur deal signing

With the European Commission expected to offer assurances to opponents worried about their farmers, the EU’s 27 ministers will meet on Wednesday for a “political” discussion before an expected vote on the pivotal trade deal on Friday.

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France tightens checks on food imports amid farmers' opposition to Mercosur

The French government has said it is tightening checks on around a dozen food ⁠imports in a bid to ease concerns of farmers who have been protesting at what they say is unfair competition from countries with looser regulations.

Radio France Internationale

Mercosur meets in Brazil, EU eyes January 12 trade deal

Representatives of the South American Mercosur bloc met in Brazil Friday, as EU diplomatic sources said a long-delayed trade deal may now be signed on January 12.

The Conversation

EU agrees €90 billion loan to Ukraine, but squabbles over frozen Russian assets expose the bloc’s deep divisions

By agreeing to provide a loan of €90 billion (£79 billion) for the years 2026-2027, EU leaders have set the direction for the future of support for Ukraine.

Euronews

Mercosur signature delayed to January after Meloni asked for more time

The European Commission announced it will delay the signing of the Mercosur trade agreement until the new year after Meloni asked for more time. No date has been set. Backers hope deal won't be further derailed.

Euronews

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.

The Independent UK

Farmers block roads in Brussels to protest South American free-trade deal

Farmers in tractors have blocked roads, thrown potatoes and eggs, and set off fireworks in Brussels outside a European Union leaders’ summit

Radio France Internationale

Farmers descend on Brussels to protest EU Mercosur trade deal

Thousands of farmers have taken to the streets of Brussels to protest European Union plans for a trade agreement with the South American Mercosur bloc and the reform of agricultural subsidies. Meanwhile, with France and Italy urging caution and other EU member states pushing for speed, Europe is still divided…

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