Europe: mass protests in December

In December, European countries became the scene of large-scale protests. In French cities, farmers set off a 'bumper' fireworks display on the streets, in Greece farmers formed tractor convoys, while Lithuanians continued to report losses. Instead of festive melodies, honking marches sounded, and Christmas lights were replaced with protest banners. Against this backdrop, demonstrations in Bulgaria led to the fall of the government by year-end. These events reflect internal crises in several European countries and the destructive impact of protests.

Context

In a number of European countries, social unrest and protests demanding economic and political reforms have continued recently.