Germany: Pro-peace rallies planned or underway in urban centers nationwide April 8

Event

Several organizations, including the Peace Cooperative, are holding or plan to hold pro-peace demonstrations in multiple urban centers nationwide April 8. The largest demonstration is likely in Berlin, where activists are gathering at Elise-und-Otto-Hampel-Platz in Berlin as of 13:00. Thousands of participants are likely to attend in Berlin. The rallies, a traditional Easter event in Germany, are being supported by trade unions. Counter protests by right-wing groups are likely.

Traffic and business disruptions are likely in the vicinity of demonstrations. Police are likely deploy to monitor gatherings, and will work to keep opposing groups of protesters part. Although significant violence is not likely, low-level scuffles cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a routine security precaution. Follow local travel and security instructions. Allow additional time to reach destinations in the vicinity of the protest, and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related disruptions.