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Originally Published 3 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Over 100,000 people in Berlin protested against German support for Israel's actions in Gaza, calling for an end to military cooperation and advocating for humanitarian aid and sanctions, amid widespread public perception of Israeli actions as genocide.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, led a protest in Berlin urging continued demonstrations against President Putin and the war in Ukraine. The march, attended by several thousand people, called for the withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine, the trial of Putin as a war criminal, and the release of political prisoners in Russia. The protest highlighted the challenges faced by Russian dissidents, many of whom are in exile due to the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent. The event aimed to show solidarity with Ukrainians and emphasize the importance of continued resistance against Putin's regime.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
German farmers flooded the streets of Berlin with their tractors in protest against the government's plan to eliminate tax breaks on the diesel they use, culminating a week of demonstrations. The farmers are dissatisfied with the proposed cuts and demand their withdrawal, emphasizing that they are an essential part of Germany. The protests reflect broader discontent with Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government, and the finance minister acknowledged that the original proposal was too abrupt. The farmers argue that their frustration extends beyond diesel cuts, citing increasing regulations and competition from imported food. Despite discussions with government leaders, the disagreement over diesel tax breaks remains unresolved.