Romanian farmers clash with police over livestock export ban

Dozens of demonstrators were injured on Saturday when roughly 2,000 farmers, some of whom were supported by far‑right organizations, gathered to protest the government’s decision to extend a ban on livestock exports. The protest, which took place in the capital’s central square, turned violent after police attempted to disperse the crowd, leading to clashes that resulted in multiple injuries and the deployment of emergency medical services.

Authorities said the export ban, originally imposed to address animal‑health concerns, was prolonged in response to ongoing disease outbreaks affecting the national herd. Officials emphasized that the measure aims to protect both public health and the agricultural sector, while condemning the involvement of extremist groups in the demonstration. The incident has prompted calls for a review of crowd‑control tactics and heightened scrutiny of political affiliations within the farming community.