Blocking of the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni': how long will it last.

Polish protesters are blocking the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni'

On November 23, Polish protesters started blocking the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni' for 48 hours. This was reported by the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine.

It is noted that the restrictions do not apply to passenger cars and buses. Currently, the border guards do not notice a congestion of trucks when leaving Ukraine.

'At the entrance to Ukraine, on the Polish side, there are about 10 freight vehicles before the participants of the action. We will inform about any changes or complications regarding crossing the border additionally,' the message says.

It is reminded that on November 23, Polish farmers began blocking the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni'.

Polish farmers have started the previously announced strike in front of the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni' pic.twitter.com/p7brYKy6Lx

— GLAVCOM (@GLAVCOM_UA) November 23, 2024

As reported, Polish farmers blocking the border with Ukraine do not have claims against Ukrainian goods. Protests are used to exert pressure on the Polish authorities. This was reported by the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine.

By the way, on October 8, Polish farmers announced a protest action in the form of blocking freight vehicles before the checkpoint 'Medika - Shehyni' from October 8 to December 31, 2024.