Climate Activists Disrupt German Airports, Forcing Flight Cancellations

Climate activists from the group Last Generation blocked flights at Hamburg Airport and Duesseldorf Airport in Germany, demanding tougher government action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The protests resulted in dozens of flight cancellations and diversions. The activists called for immediate measures to cut emissions in the transportation sector, including ending tax exemptions for airline kerosene. German officials criticized the protests, accusing the activists of criminal activity and dividing society.