The European Parliament voted to refer the EU-Mercosur trade agreement to the EU Court of Justice, delaying the deal and potentially derailing its approval. The vote was close, with 334 MEPs in favor and 324 against. The agreement, controversial in Europe, is opposed by countries like France and Poland due to concerns over cheap food imports from South America. Mass protests occurred before the vote, and the Court will assess the deal's compatibility with EU treaties. The approval procedure is now suspended, and the European Commission may still pursue provisional application despite previous commitments. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)