Polish Truckers Initiate 24/7 Blockade at Fourth Ukrainian Border Crossing

Polish truckers and farmers have initiated a round-the-clock blockade of the Medyka border crossing with Ukraine, joining three other border crossings in protest against Ukrainian companies offering cheaper services within the European Union. The truckers demand the reintroduction of a permit system for Ukrainian and EU truckers, exemptions for humanitarian aid and military supplies, and measures to prevent Belarusian and Russian hauliers from circumventing sanctions by setting up companies in Poland. The protest has caused long queues and delays, with Ukraine claiming damage to its economy and blocked supplies. The outgoing Polish government and the incoming pro-EU coalition have shown little interest in resolving the issue, while the far-right Confederation party has supported the protests.