Italian truckers are maintaining their blockades to secure aid against rising diesel prices.

Italian truck drivers have continued road blockades in the southern regions of the country to demand government financial assistance in response to rising diesel prices. The ongoing protests, which have persisted for a week, are now causing significant logistical disruptions, including a shortage of aviation fuel at seven airports in southern Italy. Five of these airports have formally notified airlines regarding the supply difficulties.

Beyond the Italian transport sector, broader social unrest is reported in Europe. French authorities are increasing police presence by 20 percent for upcoming Saturday demonstrations, while in Spain, the collective Mujeres Caballas de Ceuta has organized a protest in Madrid to demand government action regarding the situation in the autonomous city of Ceuta following recent migration surges.