Pegida Marks Decade of Protests with Final Demonstration in Dresden

The controversial movement, known for its anti-Islam and anti-immigration stance, announces its conclusion amid declining participation.

Pegida, which stands for 'Patriotic Europeans Against the Islamization of the Occident,' began its protests in Dresden in October 2014.
The movement quickly gained traction, peaking in January 2015 with up to 25,000 participants but has seen dwindling numbers in recent years.
Internal conflicts, legal issues, and the radicalization of some members contributed to Pegida's decline.
Despite its controversial nature, Pegida sparked national debate on immigration and integration policies in Germany.
Lutz Bachmann, the movement's leader, cites health and financial reasons for ending the traditional street protests.