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Kumamoto Mayor Onishi in Washington

Kumamoto Mayor Onishi in Washington

Kumamoto Mayor Kazufumi Onishi (front, C), speaks at the U.S. Conference of Mayors 2026 in Washington on Jan. 28, 2026.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties. Video captures a plane landing at a snow-blanketed John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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Canada: Snow Squalls and Cold Weather Continue to Batter Southern Ontario

Environment Canada issued snow squall and cold warnings on Tuesday, January 27, as the chilly weather continued to batter the region, including the Greater Toronto Area.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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Japan: Record Snowfall Leaves Cars Stuck in Downtown Sapporo

A cold front stalled over Hokkaido on Sunday, January 25, dumping a record 54 cm of snow on Sapporo — the highest January total ever recorded in 24 hours. The following day, a video captured people pushing a car stuck in the snow in the Susukino area of downtown Sapporo.

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General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a crowd gathering in front of JR Akihabara Station in Tokyo on Jan. 27, 2026, as official campaigning begins across Japan for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8.

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Japan: Cold Front Stalls Over Hokkaido Bringing More Than One Meter Snow to Sapporo 2

A cold front stalled over Hokkaido on Sunday, January 25, leaving more than one meter of snow on the ground in Sapporo — the highest January total recorded in the city in decades. The persistent storm heavily disrupted transportation, leaving thousands stranded at New Chitose Airport.

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Japan: Cold Front Stalls Over Hokkaido Bringing More Than One Meter Snow to Sapporo

A cold front stalled over Hokkaido on Sunday, January 25, leaving more than one meter of snow on the ground in Sapporo — the highest January total recorded in the city in decades. The persistent storm heavily disrupted transportation, leaving thousands stranded at New Chitose Airport.

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US: Massive Storm System Brings Arctic Blast and Heavy Snow to Oklahoma 2

A major winter storm threatened half of the US on Friday, January 23, prompting 16 states and Washington, D.C. to declare states of emergency as regions braced for power failures and supply shortages. The massive storm system brought an Arctic blast, heavy snow, and ice to Oklahoma. This video shows snow swirl captured on Norman, Oklahoma

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Heavy snow in Fukui

Heavy snow in Fukui

A dinosaur statue is pictured in front of Fukui Station in the central Japan city of Fukui on Jan. 25, 2026, following heavy snowfall.

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Heavy snow in Fukui

Heavy snow in Fukui

A dinosaur statue is pictured in front of Fukui Station in the central Japan city of Fukui on Jan. 25, 2026, following heavy snowfall.

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US: Massive Storm System Brings Arctic Blast and Heavy Snow to Oklahoma

A major winter storm threatened half of the US on Friday, January 23, prompting 16 states and Washington, D.C. to declare states of emergency as regions braced for power failures and supply shortages. The massive storm system brought an Arctic blast, heavy snow, and ice to Oklahoma.

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US: Arctic Blast Brings Frigid Temperatures and Heavy Snow to Colorado

A blast of Arctic air moved into Colorado, bringing freezing temperatures and heavy snow to the region on Friday, January 23.

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US: Long Lines Form at Gas Stations in Pennsylvania Ahead of Major Winter Storm

As dangerous cold grips Pennsylvania, on Friday, January 23, the National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning ahead of significant snowfall expected. Residents across the region formed long lines outside supermarkets and gas stations to secure essential supplies and fuel before the arrival of the major winter storm.

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Japan: Hundreds of Vehicles Stranded on Hokuriku Expressway Amid Record Snowfall in Fukui

Heavy snowfall in Fukui Prefecture prompted the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a weather warning on Friday, January 23. As rapid accumulation caused severe traffic disruptions, approximately 360 vehicles were left stranded on the Hokuriku Expressway near Tsuruga City.

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Japan: Brilliant Mpemba Effect Captured in Hokkaido Amid Massive Cold Wave

As a massive cold wave hit a wide area of Japan on Friday, January 23, social media footage from Hokkaido captured a brilliant display of the Mpemba effect. The video shows boiling water being thrown into the freezing air, where it instantly transforms into a shimmering cloud of ice crystals.

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Ruling on shooter of ex-Japan PM Abe

Ruling on shooter of ex-Japan PM Abe

Police officers stand on guard in front of the Nara District Court in Nara on Jan. 21, 2026, ahead of a ruling on Tetsuya Yamagami, the man who fatally shot former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The court sentenced him to life in prison for killing Abe during an election stump speech in the western Japan city in July 2022.

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Ruling on shooter of ex-Japan PM Abe

Ruling on shooter of ex-Japan PM Abe

Police officers stand on guard in front of the Nara District Court in Nara on Jan. 21, 2026, ahead of a ruling on Tetsuya Yamagami, the man who fatally shot former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The court sentenced him to life in prison for killing Abe during an election stump speech in the western Japan city in July 2022.

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World Baseball Classic

World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani (front, R) and his teammates, including Yoshinobu Yamamoto (L), celebrate after defeating the United States 3-2 in the World Baseball Classic final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 21, 2023.

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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