German Deputy Chancellor Trapped by Angry Farmers Protesting Diesel Subsidy Cuts
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German Deputy Chancellor Robert Habeck was trapped on a ferry for hours by protesting farmers angry over planned cuts to diesel subsidies.
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Around 250-300 farmers blockaded the port, preventing Habeck and others from disembarking. Habeck eventually took another ferry.
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The farmers are protesting cuts to diesel subsidies for agricultural uses, part of €60 billion in budget cuts. The cuts were delayed to 2026 after initial protests.
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Politicians across parties condemned the blockade tactics, as did the head of the German Farmers' Association. Some warned it damages the farmers' cause.
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The incident comes amid weeks of disruptive protests by farmers, including "strikes," traffic blockades with tractors, and dumping manure on roads. More protests are planned.