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Counter-protesters block 'Gemeinsam für Deutschland' march in Frankfurt

A blockade by left-wing activists forced the rally calling for stricter border controls to end at its starting point.

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Overview

  • About 120 people participated in the Frankfurt demonstration, which advocated comprehensive border controls and the maintenance of cash transactions.
  • Between 150 and 400 left-wing activists blocked the march route, preventing the protest from advancing.
  • Organizers returned to the event's starting point and held their closing rally there after the blockade.
  • Police intervened to clear the blockade, reporting that objects were thrown at officers and one individual was arrested.
  • The Frankfurt protest was part of synchronized demonstrations by the Bündnis "Gemeinsam für Deutschland" held in multiple German cities.