French fishermen have agreed to remove barriers blocking access to certain ports following government assurances about aid linked to fuel prices, according to Catherine Chabaud, the minister in charge of the Sea and Fisheries. During a lengthy six-hour meeting, Chabaud confirmed that the aid provided to fishermen will adjust according to changes in fuel prices. She also mentioned the possibility of offering zero-interest loans to those facing cash flow issues, explaining that these loans would act as a temporary measure until the aid is received. Vincent Scotto, a fisherman from Sète in the Hérault region, said after the meeting that while some details are still under discussion, the overall negotiation is progressing, particularly regarding the removal of the blockades. Chabaud added that the aid promised to fishermen for previous months is nearly fully distributed, with about 90% of the fuel-related assistance for April and May already paid out. Despite these developments, access to the ports of Port-la-Nouvelle and Sète remains blocked by fishermen. Approximately fifty fishermen continue to prevent access to the Port-la-Nouvelle port in the Aude department, stating they will remain until their concerns are addressed. The blockades have been ongoing for some time, with fishermen seeking resolution to their issues related to financial support and the impact of fluctuating fuel prices on their operations.