"French Prime Minister Faces Mounting Pressure as Farmers Protest in Paris"

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French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal visited a cattle farm in the Haute-Garonne region to address farmers' protests, promising to prioritize the agricultural sector and dropping plans to reduce a key agricultural tax break. The government also announced measures to address rising diesel fuel costs, an emergency fund for cattle farmers, and simplifying administrative tasks for farmers. The protests, which included roadblocks and tractor convoys, were sparked by discontent over fuel hikes, green regulations, and EU directives, with farmers demanding concrete actions from the government.
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