23 Jan 2024 | 02:49 PM UTC
Poland: Farmers to demonstrate nationwide Jan. 24 /update 1
Farmers to conduct tractor protests across Poland Jan. 24. Heightened security, transport disruptions on major highways likely.
Farmers plan to protest across Poland Jan. 24. The purpose of the demonstrations is to demand EU restrictions on Ukrainian agricultural products; the action follows recent similar farmers' protest campaigns in Germany. Demonstrators will disrupt vehicle traffic by driving tractors on roads across the country. Most of the protests will occur between 12:00-14:00. Participants will demonstrate in over 150 locations throughout the country and will likely seek to disrupt traffic on major intercity roadways.
Protests are likely on highways and at voivodeship offices around the country. Participating farmers may also attempt to block crossings along the border with Ukraine. Authorities will almost certainly deploy increased security near any demonstrations that may materialize. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers or frustrated motorists cannot be ruled out.
Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Check route status before road travel and adjust driving routes accordingly. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
