23 Sep 2020 | 07:03 PM UTC
Germany: Demonstrators to gather in Cologne September 26
Demonstrators to gather in Cologne (North Rhine-Westphalia state) on September 26 to denounce COVID-19 measures; avoid any protest site as a precaution
Event
Demonstrators are set to gather in Cologne (North Rhine-Westphalia state) on Saturday, September 26, to protest restrictions related to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The demonstration will be held from 12:00 to 18:00 (local time) at Deutzer Werft, and is expected to attract thousands of participants.
A heightened security presence and associated disruptions should be anticipated at all protest sites.
Advice
Those in Cologne are advised to avoid any protests as a precaution, monitor the situation, allow ample travel time, and obey instructions issued by local authorities.
