We are against compulsory military service and we are in favour of a fairer distribution of the burden.” Police in the German city of Cologne have called off the march organised by Gen Z regelt due to some protesters wearing masks and throwing smoke bombs.
Police in Cologne called off a demonstration organized by Gen Z regelt after participants wore masks and threw smoke bombs.
German authorities stated that Saturday's demonstrations had been largely peaceful so far, echoing a French ministry assessment that protests were unfolding without any notable incidents.
The demonstrations coincided with Halloween festivities, prompting German authorities to warn against attempts by extremist groups to exploit the movement.
Protesters declared that they are against compulsory military service and in favour of a fairer distribution of the burden.
German authorities said Saturday’s demonstrations, which coincide with Halloween festivities, had been largely peaceful so far, but warned of attempts by extremist groups to exploit the movement.
The demonstrations in France and Germany have so far passed without incident, although not everyone is happy with how it’s going.
Here is a collage of photos from today’s demonstrations in countries including France, Germany and Albania.