Greek farmers block borders, airport and roads in protest at delayed EU funds

Protesting Greek farmers closed an airport on the island of Crete, blocked roads and border crossings and hurled rocks at police during a nationwide

demonstration on Monday triggered by funding delays.



Protesters deployed thousands of trucks and tractors in at least 20 blockades across the country, local media said. Police fired tear gas at a group of protesting farmers who threw stones and forced their way onto the runway at Heraklion airport in Crete, halting air traffic.



Another group near the Chania airport in Crete smashed the windows of police vehicles with their shepherd's crooks and stones. Police officials said those involved had been identified and would be charged.