30 Apr 2023 | 01:24 PM UTC
Germany: Activists to demonstrate in central Berlin on April 30
Activists to demonstrate in central Berlin, Germany, from 19:00 April 30. Increased security, and possible disruptions.
Event
Activist groups plan to demonstrate in central Berlin under the slogan and collective "Take Back the Night" from 19:00 April 30. The protest is an annual feminist event. Attendees will gather at Mariannenplatz and then march to Schlesisches Tor. The rally will follow the route: Mariannenplatz, Muskauer Strasse, Eisenbahnstrasse, Kopenicker Strasse, Adalbertstrasse, Reichenberger Strasse, Ohlauer Strasse, Wiener Strasse, Spreewaldplatz, Skalitzer Strasse, and Schlesisches Tor.
It is unclear how many may attend the gathering; however, local authorities will likely deploy additional police to monitor the event. Heightened security and associated road closures will likely lead to traffic delays and disruptions. The demonstration is likely to pass off peacefully but scuffles between protesters and police cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid the protest as a routine security precaution. Allow extra time for travel in central Berlin, April 30. Heed local travel and security advice. In the event of violence, withdraw from the area.
