German Farmers Bring Traffic to a Standstill in Protest Against Subsidy Cuts
Farmers in Berlin rally against the reduction of vehicle tax subsidies. - Photo by Nadja Wohlleben,/Reuters/courtesy.SummaryThousands of German farmers disrupt roads across Europe, protesting the government's plans to eliminate subsidies, including those on agricultural diesel. The demonstrations cause major traffic disruptions in Berlin, marking the beginning of a week-long protest against the proposed agricultural subsidy phase-out.Thousands of German farmers have paralyzed roads in Europe's largest economy, expressing their discontent with the government's decision to eliminate subsidies, including benefits for cheaper agricultural diesel. The week-long nationwide protest commenced in Berlin, where convoys of tractors and trucks halted traffic during rush hour.Jörg P...