France 24: Siege of Paris - French farmers block the capital's motorways

France 24: “Siege of Paris“ - French farmers block the capital’s motorways In France, protesting farmers have started blocking motorways heading to Paris with tractors, France 24 reports. The government’s initial concessions have not satisfied the farmers, who are stepping up the pressure and demanding more. GAVIN LEE, France 24 anchor: Right now, farmers from across France are organizing a massive protest in the capital, which unions are calling a “siege of Paris“. Hundreds of tractor drivers and their tractors are expected to block all major roads and motorways into Paris and bring traffic to a halt. The protests continue despite promises from the French government to help with the many problems farmers are facing due to expensive diesel and bureaucracy following the introduction of a new eco-policy. Such problems are now facing most European countries. read more: Источник: Global News (EU, USA)