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Portugal faces significant travel disruption on June 3, 2026, as a nationwide general strike is expected to impact flights, trains, and public transport across major hubs including Lisbon and Porto.
An analysis of the logistical failures and administrative challenges surrounding the implementation of the EU's Entry/Exit System at Portuguese borders, focusing on the impact on travelers and the resulting airport disruptions.
Lamego City Council has closed the A24 motorway in both directions between the Valdigem and Lamego junctions (Viseu district) because of an imminent risk of a “large-scale” landslide. The stretch had earlier been shut north-to-south as a precaution; authorities say the full closure is intended to protect road users while geotechnical teams assess slope stability and remediation measures. The action will cause regional travel disruption and underscores the need for monitoring and preventive works on vulnerable road cuttings.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warned this Thursday that Europe may only have enough jet fuel for six weeks, which could force airlines to ground their planes if oil supplies from the Middle East are not quickly restored. 'Europe only has jet fuel reserves...'
The suspension applied only to departures, with biometric data collection continuing for arrivals. The PSP interrupted the system following missed flights caused by hours-long queues.
