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Protest Camp for Refugee Rights and Climate Justice Established at Berlin's Oranienplatz

Activists have set up tents at the historic site, with plans for a month-long demonstration following a court ruling allowing the camp to proceed.

  • The protest camp, organized under the slogan 'Stand united for refugee rights and climate justice,' aims to highlight issues such as deportations and climate-related displacement.
  • The Berlin Administrative Court permitted the camp to remain at Oranienplatz after initially being prohibited by police, though with restrictions on its size and placement to protect the green space.
  • The camp's location was chosen deliberately, referencing a similar refugee protest camp at Oranienplatz from 2012 to 2014 that fought against deportations and gained national attention.
  • Participants, primarily young left-wing activists, plan to host events including music sessions, film screenings, and discussions throughout March to build solidarity and raise awareness.
  • Police reported no incidents during the camp's setup or its first night, with approximately 60 people attending the opening rally and up to 150 participants expected overall.
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