As per reports, French farmers continue their protests, spreading across the nation with up to 85 departments anticipated to be affected on Friday (26 January). The protests have approached within 50 kilometers of Paris, raising concerns about potential disruptions in the capital in the coming days.

• Tractors and bales of straw are being strategically deployed to create roadblocks on motorways, while in some areas, rolling barricades deliberately slow down traffic.
• The president of the FNSEA farmers’ union, confirmed that 85 departments will witness either continuous or sporadic protests on Friday (26 January).
• The A64 and A62 near Toulouse have experienced prolonged roadblocks, which is likely to persist in the coming days.
• While the port of Calais advises passengers to expect delays due to protest-related obstructions, ferry companies currently report operations running on time or with minimal 20-minute delays.