Politics

Farmers’ anger delays signing of EU- Mercosur deal until January, von der Leyen says

Ewan Jones
 18.12.2025, 21:14
European Council President Ursula von der Leyen reportedly had told EU leaders the planned signing on Saturday would not go ahead as farmers decedent on Brussels. Photos: PAP/EPA/OLIVIER MATTHY; PAP/EPA/OLIVIER HOSLET
European Council President Ursula von der Leyen reportedly had told EU leaders the planned signing on Saturday would not go ahead as farmers decedent on Brussels. Photos: PAP/EPA/OLIVIER MATTHY; PAP/EPA/OLIVIER HOSLET

Farmers protested in Brussels and other European capitals, opposing the deal.