31 May 2023 | 02:29 PM UTC
Germany: Activists plan protests in multiple cities May 31
Activists plan demonstrations in several cities across Germany from 17:30 May 31. Increased security, disruptions likely; clashes possible.
Event
Left-wing activist groups plan to protest in urban centers across Germany May 31. Demonstrators will denounce a recent high-profile German court ruling regarding the imprisonment of an activist.
The most disruptive protests are planned for the following times and locations:
17:30
Berlin: Tempelhof Damm
18:00
Dresden: Jorge-Gomondai-Platz
Cologne: Severinstrasse
Mainz: Central Station
Stuttgart: Marienplatz
19:00
Dortmund: Sonnenplatz
Duisburg: Konig Heinrich Square
Karlsruhe: St. Stephan Square
Hanover: Leinau Street
20:00
Bremen: Ziegenmarkt
Hamburg: Rote Flora
21:00
Leipzig: Lene-Voigt Park
The demonstrations will likely attract thousands of supporters. Although none have so far been announced, counterdemonstrations by right-wing organizations are possible and the left-wing demonstrations will likely feature heavy security as a precaution against unrest. Clashes between police and protesters, as well as between rival groups of demonstrators, are possible; bystanders are unlikely to be directly impacted. Traffic delays are likely on affected routes, and congestion will likely build on surrounding routes.
Context
Left-wing activist groups are opposed to the imprisonment of the 28-year-old German student who was reportedly involved in the planning and execution of violent acts against members of right-wing organizations. The court sentenced the activist to five years and three months in prison. Further related protests are likely.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution and to mitigate personal exposure to any associated disruptions. Allow extra time for travel in major cities through the evening of May 31. Heed instructions from local authorities and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation.
