'Freedom Convoy' Results In State Of Emergency In Ottawa, Canada

Protests against COVID-19 restrictions, known as the 'freedom convoy', continue due to a new rule requiring truckers to be vaccinated to cross the US-Canada border. These protests have led to the closure of downtown Ottawa to traffic, with trucks and protesters blocking streets. There have been reports of racially motivated attacks, and the mayor has expressed concerns about the threat to residents' safety.

What new rule affected truckers crossing the US-Canadian border?

What does the mayor say about the safety of residents during the demonstrations?