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Riot police use tear gas as Bucharest farmers protest turns violent

By Drooid · Sep 17, 2026, 10:56 PM UTC · How we work

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Bolojan Addresses Farmer Violence

Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said the Bucharest farmers’ protest erupted into violence.
Riot police deployed tear gas after objects were thrown, injuring over 25 people including eight officers.
President Nicusor Dan called the violence extremely serious.
Bolojan said his government met some demands.
Bolojan said the government seeks funds to compensate farmers for culling losses.

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Burke Announces Visa Reforms

Labor Minister Tony Burke said tighter backpacker visa rules will not raise food prices.
Burke unveiled reforms at the National Press Club, noting scope without Coalition support.
NFF chief Mike Guerin warned restrictions will hit harvest labor and lift food costs.
Backpackers staying a year must enter a ballot with few spots in years two and three.
The plan adds 100 compliance officers and 250 detention beds for visa overstayers.

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Bolojan Addresses Farmer Violence

Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said the Bucharest farmers’ protest erupted into violence.
Riot police deployed tear gas after objects were thrown, injuring over 25 people including eight officers.
President Nicusor Dan called the violence extremely serious.
Bolojan said his government met some demands.
Bolojan said the government seeks funds to compensate farmers for culling losses.

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