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National & Local

Nigeria: Amnesty Demands Probe Into Plateau Road Killings

Amnesty International Nigeria has called for an investigation into road blockades and killings of travellers in Plateau State following recent violent incidents.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:49 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

β€˜Bullets passed nearby’: β€˜Gallo’ Elizalde was stuck on the road for 28 hours due to blockades after the death of β€˜El Mencho’

Francisco 'Gallo' Elizalde was stranded on the highway for over a day due to drug-related blockages following the death of a cartel leader.

Feb 26 β€’ 01:42 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A tourist city shaken by violence in Mexico

The article discusses the recent outbreak of violence in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, following the death of a cartel leader, which led to road blockades and attacks in the normally safe tourist destination.

Feb 24 β€’ 12:02 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Burned cars and blocked streets in several parts of Mexico after the death of the narco boss, 'El Mencho'

The death of notorious drug lord 'El Mencho' has triggered widespread protests and violence across multiple Mexican states, resulting in burning vehicles and road blockades.

Feb 22 β€’ 19:19 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico wakes up with blockades after operation in Jalisco: LIVE Coverage

Several road blockades and incidents of violence have been reported in at least three western states of Mexico following a federal operation in Jalisco.

Feb 22 β€’ 16:57 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Attention. There will be a blockade on Paseo de la Reforma TODAY, February 10: list of streets with traffic in Mexico City

Authorities in Mexico City have announced road blockades in various districts today, affecting traffic and encouraging drivers to anticipate delays.

Feb 10 β€’ 12:42 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Return to the blockades or descent to Athens? The scenarios

Following the withdrawal of farmers, livestock breeders, beekeepers, and fishermen from road blockades, a national conference is expected to initiate new actions due to ongoing discontent with the government's stance.

Feb 2 β€’ 06:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Meeting between Mitsotakis and the 'agricultural leaders' is Confirmed: Towards the Resolution of Blockades after Announced Measures

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis is set to meet with agricultural leaders to discuss the resolution of road blockades following newly announced measures.

Jan 15 β€’ 05:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Why the hardliners of the block changed stance and "burned" the third attempt at dialogue with the government

After 45 days of agricultural mobilizations, the hardliners abandoned the third dialogue attempt with the government, opting for prolonged road blockades and hinting at a potential arrival of tractors in Athens next week.

Jan 13 β€’ 05:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Intervention of the Truck Federation at the Ministry of Transport for Drivers' Working Hours due to Agricultural Blockades

The Truck Federation is calling for the suspension of penalties and the emergency application of European Regulation 561/2006 due to road blockages caused by agricultural protests.

Jan 12 β€’ 13:51 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

The Generalitat intervenes to try to end road blockades: announces a summit with the agricultural sector and a "common front" regarding the agreement with Mercosur

The Generalitat of Catalonia is addressing ongoing road blockades by farmers protesting the EU-Mercosur agreement by planning a summit aimed at unifying the agricultural sector's stance.

Jan 11 β€’ 19:53 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
National & Local

Catalonia announces an upcoming meeting for a 'common front' against the EU-Mercosur agreement

Catalonia's Agriculture Minister has announced an extraordinary meeting to address protests against the EU-Mercosur agreement, which have led to road blockades across the region.

Jan 11 β€’ 19:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Criminal charges against farmers who endangered drivers' lives on the Corinth–Tripoli National Road

Farmers who set up dangerous blockades on the Corinth–Tripoli National Road have been identified and charged with endangering the lives of drivers.

Jan 9 β€’ 10:40 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Farmers ease blockades ahead of meeting with the Prime Minister, which roads are opening

Farmers continue protesting but are easing road blockades in anticipation of a meeting with the Prime Minister, with several roads reopening across the country.

Jan 9 β€’ 07:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Agricultural blockades: Traffic regulations on the Thessaloniki – Athens national road

Traffic regulations have been implemented on the Thessaloniki – Athens national road due to ongoing agricultural protests, restricting vehicle movement in the area.

Jan 8 β€’ 10:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Farmers closed the national road Athens - Lamia, threaten with 96-hour blockade - All the blockades

Farmers in Greece have escalated their protests by closing national roads and key infrastructure across the country, causing significant traffic disruptions and allowing only emergency vehicles to pass on the Athens-Lamia road.

Jan 8 β€’ 08:49 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Hatzidakis on farmers' blockades: 'The law will be enforced, this matter has gone too far'

Vice President Kostis Hatzidakis emphasized the government's commitment to enforce the law regarding farmers' blockades ahead of imminent road closures.

Jan 8 β€’ 06:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Farmers: Escalating with 48-hour blockade and detours, where traffic will be completely cut off

Farmers are escalating their protests by imposing 48-hour blockades at major points on the national road and detours, while still open to dialogue with the government.

Jan 8 β€’ 05:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Farmer Blockades: Which Roads Will Be Completely Closed – This is the Government's Plan B, the Fines

Farmers are escalating their protests by announcing nationwide road blockades starting today, impacting major national roads and bypasses.

Jan 8 β€’ 04:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Four-day blockade of the Athens - Lamia National Road decided by farmers in Kastro - Blockades also on the Egnatia Highway

Farmers in Kastro have decided to implement a four-day blockade of the Athens - Lamia National Road, along with blockades on the Egnatia Highway starting Thursday at 11:00 AM.

Jan 7 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Government officials to farmers: Open dialogue with Hatzidakis and Tsiara, if you are united you will see the Prime Minister

Government officials are urging farmers who plan road blockades to engage in dialogue, suggesting that unity may lead to a meeting with the Prime Minister.

Jan 7 β€’ 18:13 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

Road blockades in Bolivia amid protests against the abolition of fuel price subsidies

Roads were blocked in Bolivia as protests erupted against the government's decision to abolish fuel price subsidies during the country's most severe economic crisis in decades.

Jan 7 β€’ 03:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Farmers opened the tolls of Rio, drivers expressed frustration over the blockades in Viotia - Where are the problems located

Farmers in Patras have opened the Rio tolls, leading to driver frustration due to blockades in Viotia and causing numerous traffic issues from Ritsona to Martino, as well as road blockages in Larissa, Trikala, and Karditsa.

Jan 6 β€’ 19:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

"Suffocation" on the National Road due to blockades: Delays from Ritsona to Martino, blocked roads in Larissa, Trikala and Karditsa

Traffic is severely impeded on the National Road from Ritsona to Martino due to blockades, with additional road closures reported in Larissa, Trikala, and Karditsa.

Jan 6 β€’ 16:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Road closed for trucks due to farmers' blockades in Evzoni and Promachona, free passage at Niki customs

The road to Evzoni and Promachona is closed for trucks due to farmers' blockades, while the Niki customs remain open for passage.

Jan 3 β€’ 20:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Agricultural Blockades: The Detours of the Greek Police on the National Road, Alternative Routes

The spokesperson of the Greek Police provided clarifications on vehicle traffic due to agricultural blockades, highlighting significant problems on the stretch from Martino Junction to Castle of Viotia, which is currently closed.

Dec 31 β€’ 15:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Which roads are open from the agricultural blockades and where are there diversions, see in detail

The majority of roads are reopening as agricultural blockades are being temporarily de-escalated ahead of the New Year, with producers in many areas lifting blockades and easing protests.

Dec 31 β€’ 13:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Which agricultural blockades opened today - Where road blockades will continue, Promahonas is open

Some agricultural blockades in Greece have been lifted, allowing trucks to pass through the Promahonas border checkpoint, although farmers from Karditsa and Trikala are still maintaining their blockades elsewhere.

Dec 30 β€’ 13:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Efsyn
National & Local

New Year's Eve at the blockades: By-passes in Nikaia will be closed

The article discusses the planned closure of by-pass roads in Nikaia for New Year's Eve celebrations due to ongoing protests.

Dec 30 β€’ 09:22 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Chrysochoidis: Farmers commit illegal acts by blocking roads, there are provisions that can be applied

Greek officials, including Chrysochoidis, criticize farmers for their road blockades, labeling their actions as illegal and a social disturbance.

Dec 30 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Farmers' Blockades: They Entered Larissa's Center with Tractors – When the National Road Opens in Nikaia

Farmers from the Nikaia blockade marched with tractors into the center of Larissa to inform citizens about their fight for agricultural support and its importance for the economy and food security.

Dec 29 β€’ 20:40 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

Torture for travelers due to blockades, alternative routes closed in Nikaia, Ionian road blocked at Angelokastro

Travelers are facing significant delays and challenges due to blockades and closures on the Ionian road and surrounding routes in Greece.

Dec 29 β€’ 16:43 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Blockades: They closed the national road from Antirrio to Ioannina indefinitely

Farmers in Aetolia-Acarnania have indefinitely closed the national road from Antirrio to Ioannina and have begun mobilizations, including a planned blockade of government offices in Agrinio.

Dec 29 β€’ 14:02 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Farmers persist in blockades and close detours at noon, 'the ball of dialogue is in their hands,' says Tsiaras

Farmers are continuing their road blockades and closing detours, with Minister Tsiaras stating that the responsibility for dialogue lies with the authorities.

Dec 29 β€’ 12:20 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

Where there are blockades, farmers escalate protests before New Year's despite the first crack

Farmers are intensifying their protests with road blockades ahead of New Year's, facing internal divisions over negotiations with the government.

Dec 28 β€’ 11:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
National & Local

New Year's Day at the blockades for farmers: The flow to Athens on the National Road closes at 12:00

Farmers are determined to continue and escalate their protests by blocking roads and customs, while keeping the road to Thessaloniki open at Malgara despite New Year's Day.

Dec 27 β€’ 08:18 UTC

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