Farmers Block Brussels, Protest EU Rules at Summit

Hundreds of farmers have blocked streets in Brussels, creating chaos as European Union leaders meet for a summit. The protesters are demonstrating against EU regulations and a planned trade deal. They are specifically angry about a potential agreement with the Mercosur bloc of South American countries. Farmers call the deal "unfair competition," fearing it will allow cheaper imports that hurt European agriculture. Tractors and barricades have disrupted parts of the Belgian capital. A journalist on the scene describes the situation as chaotic. The protest is happening just outside the building where EU leaders are holding their high-level talks.