blockade

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Hundreds of truck drivers began blockading freight border crossings across several Balkan countries on Monday, demanding changes to the European Union visa system that restricts their time in the bloc.

From Barron's

The Saudis are also building close relations with Qatar -- which remains distrustful of the UAE since the blockade -- recently signing off on a high-speed rail link.

From Barron's

The blockade involved in the seizure of oil tankers is, according to experts, an unlawful use of military force.

From Los Angeles Times

Last November, Niger delivered 82 fuel tankers to Mali, which managed to stabilise the energy supply hit by the recent blockade - as convoys travelling from Senegal and Ivory Coast have also been hit.

From BBC

Niger has revoked the licences of some 30 transport operators and truck drivers for refusing to carry fuel to neighbouring Mali, which is facing shortages due to a jihadist blockade.

From Barron's