Tractor-driving farmers once more obstruct Brussels in opposition to EU policies
On Tuesday, hundreds of tractors blocked up streets near the European Union offices, where agriculture ministers were trying to defuse a crisis that had sparked months of unrest around the 27-member bloc. Farmers tossed beets, sprayed manure at police, and set hay on fire.
Food crisis in Cuba: Havana looks to the World Food Program for assistance
In addition to facing an economic crisis, Cuba is also dealing with dire shortages, an increase in undernourishment among children, and a historic request for UN assistance. The COVID-19 pandemic and US sanctions have made the situation worse, making it difficult for Cubans to obtain needs and sparking a wave of protests around the nation. Many hope the world community will answer Cuba's cry for assistance because the situation is still severe.
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