"Spanish Farmers Unite in Protest Movement"

Spanish farmers have joined their European counterparts in protesting against EU regulations, demanding more flexibility, tighter controls on non-EU produce, and government support. They blocked roads in various regions and plan a large demonstration in Madrid. High costs, drought, and competition from non-EU countries are squeezing their profits. Similar protests are happening in France, Italy, and Belgium, with concerns about the EU's Green Deal and government plans to end tax subsidies for the agricultural sector. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a plan to withdraw pesticide use reduction, sparking mixed reactions.