Tens of thousands in Germany protest rise of far right
On Saturday, a vast protest denouncing the far-right and racism was held in western Germany. Leading up to the European Parliament elections, the city of Cologne saw around 10,000 individuals march under the banner of "A Democratic Europe."
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 10:33 | 01 June 2024
- Modified Date: 10:33 | 01 June 2024
A massive anti-far-right, anti-racism demonstration took place in western Germany on Saturday.
Less than a week before the European Parliament elections begin, the demonstration was held in the city of Cologne with the theme "A Democratic Europe," attended by some 10,000 people.
Supported by various civil society groups, the demonstration aimed to boost participation in the European Parliament elections, especially among young people, and to send a message to the rising extreme far-right movements.
Speakers at the protest stressed that the rise of extreme far-right and demagogic parties poses a serious threat to fundamental political and social rights as well as human rights in Europe.
Police ramped up security measures as local musicians provided entertainment during the event.
The European Parliament elections are due to take place in EU member states on June 6-9.