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world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

"Chancellor Scholz's Symbolic Hanukkah Lighting Promotes Solidarity with Jewish Community"

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lit the first candle of Hanukkah on a large menorah at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate, expressing his support for the Jewish people and condemning the recent Hamas terror attack on Israel. The ceremony took place amidst a rise in anti-Semitic crimes in Germany, with Berlin reporting 1,372 crimes with an anti-Israel context and 133 crimes with an anti-Palestinian connection since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner also highlighted the historical significance of the location, reminding attendees of the Nazi persecution of Jews during Kristallnacht.

via The Associated Press|

#anti-semitism #brandenburg-gate #germany

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Climate Activists Make Bold Statement by Spraying Brandenburg Gate Orange"

Environmental activists from the group Last Generation sprayed the iconic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin with orange and yellow paint, leading to the detention of 14 people on suspicion of criminal property damage. The group is demanding an end to fossil fuel use by 2030 and has called for renewed protests in the German capital. The German government, which has missed its climate protection targets for the past two years, aims for a climate-neutral economy by 2045. Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner condemned the protest, stating that it damages both the historic landmark and the free discourse on important issues.

via DW (English)|

#brandenburg-gate #climate-activists #environment

climate-activism2 years ago•1 min saved

Climate Activists Leave Mark on Berlin's Brandenburg Gate with Spray Paint

Climate activists from the group "Last Generation" spray-painted Berlin's Brandenburg Gate with orange and yellow paint to demand an end to fossil fuel use by 2030. The protesters were arrested, and an investigation into property damage was launched. The Last Generation has gained attention in Germany for their disruptive actions, including roadblocks and gluing themselves to the tarmac. They are calling for a complete transition away from oil, natural gas, and coal by 2030, while Germany aims for net-zero emissions by 2045.

via Voice of America - VOA News|

#berlin #brandenburg-gate #climate-activism

climate-activism2 years ago•1 min saved

"Climate Activists Make Bold Statement by Painting Berlin's Brandenburg Gate Orange"

Climate activists from the group the Last Generation sprayed orange paint onto Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to demand urgent action against climate change, including a complete phase-out of fossil fuels by 2030 and the implementation of a speed limit on highways. The group's actions resulted in the detention of 14 activists. Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner criticized the group, stating that their tactics go beyond legitimate forms of protest.

via New York Post |

#berlin #brandenburg-gate #climate-activism

climate-activism2 years ago•1 min saved

Climate Activists Vandalize Berlin's Brandenburg Gate with Orange Paint

Climate activists from the group "Last Generation" spray-painted the columns of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate with orange and yellow paint to demand an end to the use of fossil fuels by 2030. The protesters were arrested, and an investigation into property damage has been launched. The Last Generation group has gained attention in Germany for their disruptive protests, including roadblocks and gluing themselves to the tarmac. They are calling for a complete transition away from oil, natural gas, and coal by 2030, while Germany aims for net-zero emissions by 2045.

via Reuters|

#berlin #brandenburg-gate #climate-activism

climate-change2 years ago•2 min saved

"Berlin's Brandenburg Gate Transformed by Climate Activists' Orange Paint"

Climate activists from the group Last Generation sprayed orange paint onto Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to demand urgent action from the German government on climate change. The group called for Germany to stop using fossil fuels by 2030 and implement short-term measures such as a speed limit on highways. Police detained 14 activists involved in the protest. In a separate incident, climate activists in Sweden entered Stockholm's Bromma Airport and sprayed red paint on an aircraft, calling for a ban on private jets.

via ABC News|

#brandenburg-gate #climate-activists #climate-change