Road blockades in southern Italy, sparked by high diesel prices, have disrupted the supply of goods to stores and increased pressure on Giorgia Meloni’s government, reports Politico.
The Prime Minister has pledged to restore the flow of traffic while simultaneously offering assistance to those affected by rising fuel costs. The protests by freight operators have impacted Sicily, Calabria, and Campania.
According to Reuters, by October 22, participants had begun lifting blockades in Sicily and had suspended their protest in Calabria. In Campania, however, delivery disruptions persisted, affecting shops, businesses, and hospital logistics.
The consequences extended beyond road transport. The airports in Crotone and Reggio Calabria reported shortages of aviation fuel. In Campania, the production of buffalo-milk mozzarella came to a halt, as raw materials could not be delivered to processors on time. An industry consortium estimated daily losses at approximately €3 million.
The Italian government has approved additional support. An extra €106 million has been added to the previously allocated €434 million in tax relief for transport operators. A further €60 million has been earmarked for farmers, and €10 million for the fishing industry. Meloni condemned the violence and pledged to ensure the delivery of essential goods.
In France, authorities are restricting new demonstrations following the unrest on October 17. President Emmanuel Macron stated that trade union protests may still take place, but their routes may be altered, if necessary, to protect businesses. Local authorities have banned demonstrations scheduled for Saturday in Marseille and Lyon.
Source of information: Global News Agencies including REUTERS / TASS / AFP / ANADOLU / INT.RU / Al Jazeera / CNN
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