Germany: Police clash with protesters ahead of AfD congress
Saturday, 29 June 2024 () Some demonstrators protesting a congress by the far-right AfD party in the city of Essen have clashed with police. Around 100,000 protesters are expected in the western city, with violence feared from leftist extremists.
Protesters stand off with police in Essen, Germany, where a number of gatherings have been organised to protest against the far-right party AfD holding its congress.
Police say a man who climbed on to the roof of the stadium during the Euro 2024 match between Germany and Denmark "wanted to take good photos". BBC Sport
Thousands protest against far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party convention in Essen, following the parties successful European election performance.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:25Published
The far-right Alternative for Germany opened a convention on Saturday after a strong performance in the recent European election, as protesters gathered outside.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:03Published
Members of Identity and Democracy group are considering forming a "supergroup" with the European Conservatives and Reformists, aiming to elevate the far-right to the second-largest force in the EU Parliament.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:01Published
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