A Texas pipeline company is suing Greenpeace for defamation and disruptions during protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline, claiming it threatens free speech rights. The lawsuit, stemming from protests in 2016-2017, alleges trespass and vandalism by Greenpeace. The trial in North Dakota is set to last five weeks, with Greenpeace arguing it is being targeted to silence critics of the oil industry. Energy Transfer claims the protests delayed the pipeline and increased costs significantly. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)