21 Sep 2023 | 08:45 AM UTC
Germany: Agricultural campaign groups demonstrate in Kiel, Sept. 21
Agricultural campaign groups demonstrate in Kiel, Germany, Sept. 21. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions reported.
Event
Farmers' labor unions and agricultural campaign groups are demonstrating in Kiel, Sept. 21. The groups demand increased investment in the sector. The protest coincides with the Conference of Agriculture Ministers. Farmers are driving up to 500 agricultural vehicles in a convoy; police have closed roads and implemented traffic diversions. The rally will end in Exerzierplatz in central Kiel; police have stated that thousands of protesters will participate.
Additional police will likely be deployed to monitor the event. The protest will likely cause transport disruptions in Kiel through Sept. 21. Police may close roads and set up diversions in an attempt to mitigate the impact of the protest. While the event will probably remain largely peaceful, isolated clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid the protest. Leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation; do not attempt to pass through any roadblocks. Check local traffic conditions for disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations in Kiel Sept. 21. Heed instructions from authorities.
