"Climate Activists Protest by Hurling Soup at Mona Lisa in Paris"

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"Climate Activists Protest by Hurling Soup at Mona Lisa in Paris"
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Two climate activists threw soup at the glass protecting the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris, advocating for a sustainable food system amid protests by French farmers over low wages and other issues. The activists called for a state-sponsored health care system for healthy food access and better farmer income. French farmers have been using tractors to block roads and slow traffic, demanding better remuneration, less red tape, and protection against cheap imports, while the government announced measures that some farmers feel do not fully address their demands. The Prime Minister acknowledged the farmers' difficulties and promised additional measures to address their concerns.

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