Farmers Protest in Athens Against Government Inaction

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Thousands of farmers drove tractors to Athens on Friday. They protested near parliament about problems with their crops.

Farmers protest high costs and low prices for their crops. They also wait for late payments from the European Union.

EU payments were delayed because of many fraud claims. Livestock farmers also joined due to sick animals.

The Prime Minister met farmers and gave some help. Farmers still say their main problems are not solved.

Farmers will continue their struggle, as demands are not met. They plan to stay at parliament until Saturday morning.

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Why did farmers drive tractors to Athens?

They protested near parliament about problems with their crops.

What are the farmers protesting about?

They protest high costs and low prices for their crops and wait for late payments from the European Union.

What did the Prime Minister do for the farmers?

The Prime Minister met farmers and gave some help.

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