Polish Farmers Block Ukraine's Border in Protest Against Grain Imports

Polish and European farmers have been staging protests at the Ukrainian border over the past few weeks. The farmers' primary concern is the influx of Ukrainian food products into their markets, which they believe undercuts their livelihoods. On Tuesday, Polish farmers blocked border crossings with Ukraine, preventing the passage of about 3,000 Ukrainian trucks and opening some train cars containing Ukrainian grain. Similar protests have been taking place in Spain, Italy, and Belgium. The farmers' actions come as the war in eastern Ukraine continues to rage, adding another layer of tension to the situation.