Demonstrations at the opening ceremony in Chemnitz
The official launch of Chemnitz as Capital of Culture is accompanied by demonstrations. There are loud protests against a march by the far-right Free Saxons.
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More than ten thousand people demonstrate for democracy
One day before the European and local elections, several thousand people take to the streets in Leipzig and Dresden to protest against right-wing extremism. There is a prominent surprise speaker in Leipzig.
Sandra Hüller speaks at demonstration against right-wing extremism
The actress Sandra Hüller is scheduled to speak at a rally against right-wing extremism in Leipzig. Hüller will speak to the demonstrators at the rally organized by a nationwide alliance, the organizers of "Hand in Hand for Democracy and Human Rights" and Hüller's management announced on Wednesday u ..
Actress Sandra Hüller speaks at rally against right-wing extremism in Leipzig
Actress Sandra Hüller takes part as a speaker in a rally against right-wing extremism in Leipzig.
Protest action at the former Russian consulate in Leipzig
Following a protest at the former Russian consulate in Leipzig, police are investigating on suspicion of trespassing. As the Leipzig police department announced on Friday, six people - three women and three men - aged between 29 and 41 had scaled the fence of the site the day before and then unfurle ..
After occupation: Leipzig University demands compensation
The conflict in the Middle East has also reached German universities. Activists occupied a lecture hall at Leipzig University on Tuesday. The university is now demanding compensation.
University association: Universities not places for violent protests
The conflict in the Middle East has also reached German universities. But there is debate about how to proceed.
Eviction announced after occupation at Leipzig University
The conflict in the Middle East has also reached German universities. After the Free University of Berlin, activists have also occupied the Audimax in Leipzig.
Occupation of the Audimax at Leipzig University
Several people have occupied the Audimax at Leipzig University. The police are on duty to check the situation.
Election campaign brutalization: Calls for consequences after attacks
An SPD politician is brutally beaten up during an election campaign in Dresden - the horror is great. Consequences are now being discussed. However, suspected perpetrators are also still being sought.
After attack on SPD politician: Hundreds at demonstration
After the attack on SPD politician Matthias Ecke, around 2,000 people demonstrated for democracy and against violence in Dresden, according to police reports. They gathered in the Striesen district early on Sunday evening. Ecke had been beaten up there on Friday evening by four young men while putti ..
Thousands of people demonstrate peacefully on May 1 in Leipzig
Thousands of people demonstrated peacefully in Leipzig on May Day, despite isolated incidents
Thousands on the streets on May 1 - calm course
Thousands of people demonstrated in Leipzig on May 1st - mainly peacefully, according to police. At the eight gatherings with more than 5,000 participants, there were only isolated incidents of pyrotechnics being set off and people wearing masks, as well as shouts with anti-Israel and anti-police co ..
Last generation blocks the Carola Bridge in Dresden
Activists from the climate group Last Generation blocked Dresden's Carola Bridge on Saturday afternoon. The police were on site, a spokesperson said on request. The police did not initially provide any information on the number of participants. A reporter at the scene spoke of a small group of aroun ..
Federal Minister of Labor comes to Dresden on Labour Day
Federal Minister of Labor Hubertus Heil is coming to a rally in Dresden on May 1st. The SPD politician and Verdi board member Sylvia Bühler will give a speech on Labor Day, the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) announced in Dresden on Monday. The Saxon DGB has chosen the motto "More pay, more f ..
Rising costs and staff shortages put a strain on pharmacies in Saxony
Every tenth pharmacy in Saxony is in the red, a third is in financial difficulties. Staff shortages and e-prescriptions are additional challenges.
Peace demonstration in Leipzig against war and arms deliveries
Several hundred people follow the call of "Leipzig against war" and demonstrate for peace and against arms deliveries to war zones.
Protest against new mayor in Pirna
Tim Lochner has been the elected head of Pirna town hall since the end of February. Resistance is forming against the first mayor on an AfD ticket in Germany.
Leipzig alliance plans major demonstrations before the elections
A broad alliance in Leipzig wants to mobilize against racism and right-wing extremism with large demonstrations ahead of the local and European elections as well as the state elections this year. More than 100 organizations and citizens have signed the appeal of the alliance "Hand in Hand for Democr ..
Police investigate after farmers' protests on the A72 near Zwickau
Following farmers' protests on and near the Autobahn 72 near Zwickau, the police are investigating a violation of the Assembly Act.
Farmers occupy highway bridges in Saxony
Farmers in Saxony protest on highway bridges against the reduction of agricultural diesel subsidies.
Leipzig Book Fair condemns disruption of Chancellor Scholz's opening speech
The Leipzig Book Fair speaks out against hatred, violence, discrimination and anti-Semitism after Chancellor Scholz's opening speech was disrupted.
Netherlands and Flanders open as guest countries in Leipzig
The Netherlands and the Belgian region of Flanders have started the Leipzig Book Fair as guest countries. Until Sunday, they want to focus on the Dutch-speaking world under the motto "Everything but flat". "This gives us the opportunity to join forces and show how our literary landscape is structure ..
Protests: Farmers want to block highway bridges
Drivers could face traffic jams on Thursday evening. Farmers want to take their protest to Saxony's highways.
Climate activists demonstrate with "disobedient assemblies"
The Last Generation group wants to fight climate collapse with a new form of protest. Superglue will not be used in Leipzig.
Call for resistance against enemies of the constitution
People all over Germany have been taking to the streets for weeks to defend democracy. The scientific community is also joining in to stand up for the basic values of the constitution.
Farmers protest in Poland against EU agricultural policy
German, Polish and Czech farmers demonstrated together on the Polish side of the border crossing near Bogatynia on Saturday against EU agricultural policy and the import of cheap agricultural products from Ukraine. As the chairman of the "Land Creates Connection" initiative announced on site on Satu ..
Protests against right-wing extremist march in Chemnitz
Several hundred people demonstrate against the small right-wing extremist party Freie Sachsen in Chemnitz.
Hundreds protest in Chemnitz against the Free Saxony party
Several hundred people demonstrated in Chemnitz on Saturday under the slogan "All together against fascism" against a march by the far-right Free Saxony party. Around 400 people took part in the protest, according to the police.According to reports, around 400 people also took part in the Free Saxon ..
Farmers protest in Poland against EU agricultural policy
German, Polish and Czech farmers demonstrated together on the Polish side of the border crossing near Bogatynia on Saturday against EU agricultural policy and the import of cheap agricultural products from Ukraine. As the chairman of the "Land Creates Connection" initiative announced on site on Satu ..
Climate activists block road crossing in Dresden for fair climate protection
Climate activists protest against environmental destruction and demand fair climate protection in Dresden.
Investigation into falsified audio files at demos
State security and the Dresden public prosecutor's office are investigating suspected falsified audio files that were played at demonstrations in Dresden. The police announced on Tuesday that AI-generated audio files had been repeatedly played by the organizers at rallies in the past. These had give ..
Thousands demonstrate in Dresden against right-wing extremism
Several thousand people gathered in Dresden for a large rally for democracy and against right-wing extremist activities.
Polish farmers block highway near Frankfurt (Oder)
Polish farmers have blocked the highway to Germany near the border at Frankfurt (Oder) with tractors, causing severe traffic delays.
Investigation after disruption at Green Party event
After a suspected disruptive action at a Green Party event on Ash Wednesday in Weiden, the criminal investigation department is investigating. Together with the public prosecutor's office, it is being investigated whether the offense of coercion or an offense in connection with the assembly law is p ..
Disruption of a Green Party meeting by an unannounced protest in Bamberg
A Green Party rally in the Bamberg district was disrupted by an unannounced protest. Police are investigating incidents for possible violations.
Demonstrations against the right continue
The wave of demonstrations against right-wing extremism shows no signs of abating. This weekend, there will also be actions to commemorate the victims of the Russian attack on Ukraine two years ago.
Görlitzer Park: Kreuzberg initiatives against each other
The planned closure of Görlitz Park at night is controversial. But it's not just the CDU and SPD against the Greens and the Left. There are also very different opinions in Kreuzberg.
Great response to demonstration against right-wing extremism
The wave of demonstrations against right-wing extremist activities shows no signs of abating in Germany. A large rally is to take place in Dresden on Sunday for the third time in just a few weeks.
Activists strike together with local transport staff
Climate activists and public transport workers in Dresden are joining forces: the Fridays for Future (FFF) initiative plans to take to the streets in Dresden on March 1 together with public transport workers. Under the motto "We travel together", a rally was organized at the State Chancellery on Tue ..
Prayer for peace for Alexei Navalny in Dresden's Kreuzkirche church
Several dozen people gather in Dresden for a prayer for peace for Navalny after his death in a Russian prison camp.
Failure of the authorities to protect nature after gravel extraction near Ottendorf-Okrilla
One year after a piece of forest near Ottendorf-Okrilla was cleared for gravel extraction, Left Party politician Antonia Mertsching has accused the authorities of serious negligence.
Demonstrations in Dresden before the anniversary of the destruction
Hundreds of people gather for demonstrations in Dresden
Lindner verbally attacked by activists during appearance
Nine supporters of the climate group Last Generation interrupted an appearance by Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner (FDP) in Leipzig on Thursday afternoon. According to the police on Thursday, the activists ran towards the stage during a debate in Leipzig's Kupfersaal and verbally attacked ..
German flag to remain in the hands of the Democrats
Saxony's Minister President and CDU Vice President Michael Kretschmer emphasizes the importance of the German flag for democrats at demonstrations and criticizes the behaviour of the federal government in connection with the protests.
Tens of thousands demonstrate in Dresden for democracy and against right-wing extremism
Tens of thousands demonstrated for democracy and against right-wing extremism in Dresden
Pegida supporters demonstrate in Dresden - including counter-demo
Several hundred supporters of the right-wing extremist movement Pegida marched through Dresden's city center on Monday evening - accompanied by counter-protesters. According to a police spokesperson, there were no incidents. The gathering had been registered. Several hundred people were counted both ..
Farmers demonstrate in Magdeburg
Under the slogan "Too much is too much", hundreds of farmers and foresters from several federal states protested against the federal government's budget policy in Magdeburg on Sunday afternoon. Many demonstrators drove to Magdeburg Cathedral Square on tractors, honking their horns loudly. Signs and ..
Farmers demonstrate in Magdeburg
Under the slogan "Too much is too much", hundreds of farmers and foresters from several federal states protested against the federal government's budget policy in Magdeburg on Sunday afternoon. Many demonstrators drove to Magdeburg Cathedral Square on tractors, honking their horns loudly. Signs and ..
Another demonstration against AfD and right-wing extremism in Saxony
People have once again demonstrated against right-wing extremism in several Saxon cities. In Bautzen, for example, around 1,500 people attended a rally on the main market square on Saturday, followed by a parade, according to the police. Under the title "Protect democracy - fight AfD & right-win ..
Expert: Demonstrations could lead to new movements
According to experts, the mass protests against right-wing extremism have a new quality. They could also lead to the development of new movements and parties. Further protests have been announced for the coming days.
Saxon farmers to receive EU subsidies in January
Farmers in Saxony are to receive the EU subsidies, which were expected in December, in January.
Demonstrations against the right in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
In several cities in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, people once again demonstrated against right-wing extremism on Monday evening. Peaceful rallies took place in Weimar, Freiberg and Magdeburg, among other places.
Large demonstrations against right-wing extremism largely peaceful
The demonstrations against right-wing extremism and for democracy with more than 100,000 people were largely peaceful in Saxony on Sunday. In Dresden, no criminal offenses were recorded and there were no incidents, a police spokesperson said on Monday. According to the police, everything also remain ..
Petra Köpping leads the state list of the Saxon SPD for the state parliamentary elections
Petra Köpping will be the lead candidate for the Saxon SPD in the state elections on September 1. She emphasizes cohesion in Saxony and calls for a demonstration against right-wing extremism.
Protest researchers: Sustained momentum at demonstrations against the right
Leipzig-based protest researcher Alexander Leistner expects the current demonstrations against right-wing extremism and racism to have a "sustained dynamic". "For some, the demonstrations are like a wake-up call to wake up from a kind of paralysis of shock. For others, it feels like a new dawn that ..
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose supports demonstrations against right-wing extremism
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose supports the many demonstrations against right-wing extremism and sees them as an important sign for society.
Farmers' association discusses course of action in agricultural diesel dispute
After the farmers' week of protests, there are signs of more calm in Saxony over the next few days. The state farmers' association would rather take the parliamentary route than return to the streets, said spokeswoman Diana Henke in Dresden. However, there are still consultations to be held on Tuesd ..
Thousands demonstrate against the AfD in Leipzig
Several thousand people demonstrated against the AfD and the arch-conservative Union of Values in Leipzig on Monday evening. The police initially estimated the number at around 5,000 on request. The alliance "Leipzig nimmt Platz" (Leipzig takes a stand) had called for the demonstration under the tit ..
Farmers' protests registered all week in Bautzen district
Saxony's farmers are planning to vent their displeasure at the subsidy cuts planned by the federal government throughout the week. In the district of Bautzen, blockades have been announced for the coming days at the highway entrances, the district office announced on Monday. As a result, restriction ..
Farmers continue to demonstrate in Saxony: motorcade planned
Farmers want to continue demonstrating against subsidy cuts in Saxony on Monday. This may lead to traffic restrictions, as the Chemnitz police announced on Monday. According to the police, there will be protests in the Erzgebirge district in particular: in the Drebach district of Spinnerei, in Annab ..
Blockades at farmers' protests in the Zwickau district lead to unlawful actions by road users
Blockades in the course of the farmers' protests against the federal government's austerity measures have led to unlawful actions by road users.
Farmers end blockades of highway ramps in Saxony
Farmers have ended the blockades of highway access roads in Saxony. There are no longer any traffic obstructions.
Saxony's farmers' association stops blockades for the time being
The farmers' association in Saxony wants to stop the blockades at highway entrances and important roads for the time being. Farmers' president Torsten Krawczyk summed up the week of action as a success.
Freeway ramps blocked again in Saxony
Farmers continued their protests against the federal government on Friday. According to the police, numerous slip roads onto the A4, A13, A14 and A72 freeways were once again blocked in the morning. There were also protests on federal highways such as the B173 in St. Egidien and the B93 in Zwickau. ..
Farmers block warehouse access roads
Farmers in the district of Meißen have continued the nationwide farmers' protests by blocking the entrances to a logistics company and a food warehouse. The access road to the logistics company in Radeburg is now free again, the police announced on Thursday. The blockade of the central warehouse of ..
Farmers block highway access roads on the A4 and A72
Saxon farmers continued their protests against the federal government's austerity measures on Thursday. Around 300 tractors were on the road across the state, said Robert Erdmann from the LSV (Land schafft Verbindung) association in the morning. According to the statement, slip roads on the A4 in th ..
Thousands of farmers with tractors at rally in Dresden
Numerous farmers and supporters demonstrated against the federal government's austerity plans in Dresden on Wednesday. According to the Land schafft Verbindung association, around 4,000 tractors from surrounding cities drove to the Saxon state capital, and there were thousands of participants. The p ..
Farmers continue protests in Saxony
Farmers in Saxony are continuing their protests with rallies in Dresden and Plauen. Considerable traffic obstructions are expected.
Interior Minister Schuster defends farmers' protests
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) has defended the protests of farmers against the planned cuts in subsidies. There is good cooperation, said the CDU politician on Tuesday in Dresden. It was a case of "pure democracy", said the minister. It was also not the case that the farmers' prote ..
Large farmers' demonstration in Dresden leads to traffic restrictions
Due to a large farmers' demonstration in Dresden, the police are expecting considerable traffic restrictions on Wednesday.
Traffic obstructions due to farmers' protests continue
Farmers' protests against the federal government's austerity plans continue to restrict traffic in Saxony. The police in Chemnitz announced on Tuesday morning that traffic disruptions could not be ruled out on the second day of the protests. The police will also secure the gatherings on this day and ..
Several thousand people at the "Free Saxony" demonstration
According to police reports, several thousand people marched through Dresden's city center on Monday during a demonstration registered by the far-right party "Free Saxony". There was an incident at Carolaplatz when participants tried to force their way through a police cordon, a police spokesman sai ..
Saxony's farmers stop protest action early
Saxon farmers want to end their protest against the federal government's austerity plans early on Monday. "The understanding for our protests today was overwhelming," announced the state farmers' association and the Land schafft Verbindung association.In order not to further restrict evening traffic ..
Lack of willingness to engage in dialog: Kretschmer accuses federal government of dealing with farmers' protests
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer criticizes the federal government for its lack of willingness to engage in dialogue in dealing with the farmers' protests. Kretschmer is calling for more explanations from the coalition government in Berlin. The government's measures are inadequate.
Some schools closed due to farmers' protests
In the wake of the farmers' protests and road traffic restrictions, there will be no lessons in some schools in Saxony on Monday. A spokesperson for the State Office for Schools and Education said that a few schools were affected. However, there had been no precise inquiry at the schools. In the Erz ..
Partial blockade on the German-Czech border
Farmers have disrupted traffic at the German-Czech border in the Erzgebirge district with partial blockades as part of the nationwide farmers' protest. "Some vehicles are being allowed through," a police spokeswoman said on Monday. However, there are currently no traffic jams. The police are on site ..
Protests: Many junctions around Leipzig affected
Farmers' protests have affected numerous highway junctions in the greater Leipzig area. On Monday morning, the police reported disruptions in Wiedemar, Leipzig-Nord, Naunhof, Grimma and Mutzschen. There were also disruptions in the areas of Torgau, Bad Lausick, Delitzsch, Krostitz, Eilenburg and Bad ..
Traffic obstructions due to farmers' protests in the Chemnitz district
Due to the farmers' protests, there are traffic obstructions in the Chemnitz district, the district of Central Saxony and the Erzgebirgskreis.
Demonstrations expected at A4 junctions - citizens' hotline active
In protest against the planned cuts to agricultural subsidies, demonstrations are expected today at all junctions of the Autobahn 4 between Hermsdorf and the border crossing to Poland. In addition, a rally is planned at the "An der Neiße" rest area as well as several events and parades in the surrou ..
Farmers block highways in Saxony in protest against agricultural subsidy cuts
Farmers in Saxony plan to block highway entrances with tractors in protest against planned cuts to agricultural subsidies, while protests are also planned in other federal states.
Fruit growers see debate too narrowly focused on agricultural diesel
The fruit growers in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt see the current debate about cuts for agriculture as being too narrowly focused on the problem of agricultural diesel. "That is too one-sided and narrow a view. What is at stake is the threat to our existence posed by a comprehensive package of agricultu ..
Greens call on farmers to hold peaceful protests
The Saxon Greens have called on farmers to protest peacefully in view of the blockades announced for this Monday. No one should be harmed, warned state party leader Christin Furtenbacher in Dresden on Sunday. "We expect a clear demarcation from anti-democratic groups in our own ranks, threats in soc ..
Free voters in Saxony show solidarity with farmers' protests
The Free Voters in Saxony support the protests of farmers against the policies of the federal government.
CDU and state farmers' association criticize policy of the traffic light coalition in the federal government
The CDU leadership in Saxony is harshly critical of the policies of the traffic light coalition in the federal government. Minister President Michael Kretschmer emphasizes the need to focus on growth and supports the demands of farmers.
Ban on spontaneous assemblies alongside farmers' protests
The Erzgebirgskreis district has banned spontaneous gatherings aimed at blocking roads in the wake of the farmers' protests announced for next Monday. Numerous calls for such blockades have been circulating on social networks, the district announced on Friday. "This request endangers public safety a ..
Despite traffic restrictions: Schools remain open
Saxony's schools are to remain open on Monday despite the announced restrictions on road traffic due to the farmers' protests. "The schools will have to decide in accordance with the regional restrictions to what extent learning time must be arranged at home," the ministry said on Friday in response ..
Farmers: Distancing themselves from demos in the wake of their protest
Saxon farmers are distancing themselves from demonstrations and actions planned by political actors in the wake of the farmers' protests in the coming week. There are attempts at fraternization that are not in the interests of the farmers, said Diana Henke, spokeswoman for the state farmers' associa ..
Farmers block highway access roads in Saxony in protest against planned cuts to agro subsidies
In protest against planned cuts to agricultural subsidies, farmers in Saxony want to block 95 percent of all highway access roads.
Improvements to agricultural subsidies are not enough
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer considers the federal government's announced improvements to the motor vehicle tax for farmers and agricultural diesel to be insufficient. "The federal government's concession on agricultural subsidies is not enough," the CDU politician announced on Thu ..
Hospitals ask for consideration for their staff
Ahead of the announced farmers' protests in Saxony, the hospital association is urgently requesting consideration for medical staff. Especially in rural areas, road closures could create considerable challenges for hospitals and emergency services, the society announced on Thursday. Hospital staff a ..
Hospitals ask for consideration for their staff
Ahead of the announced farmers' protests in Saxony, the hospital association is urgently requesting consideration for medical staff. Especially in rural areas, road closures could create considerable challenges for hospitals and emergency services, the society announced on Thursday. Hospital staff a ..
Saxon cabinet approves draft for new assembly law
The Saxon cabinet has approved a draft for a new assembly law to improve cooperation with organizers of demonstrations.
Several hundred Pegida supporters march through Dresden city center
Several hundred supporters of the right-wing extremist movement Pegida marched through Dresden's city center on Monday evening.
800 farmers protest against austerity plans at tractor demonstrations
A good 800 farmers protested with their tractors in Leipzig and Chemnitz on Monday against the planned abolition of tax breaks by the traffic light coalition. The plans for agricultural diesel and vehicle tax exemptions must be withdrawn, said Marc Bernhardt, spokesman for the "Land schafft Verbindu ..
Climate protection group colors Christmas trees orange
The climate protection group Letzte Generation sprayed Christmas trees orange in several German cities to draw attention to the urgency of climate protection.
Another warning strike by teachers and university employees
Teachers and university employees in Saxony have once again called a warning strike on Wednesday. One day before the next round of collective bargaining for state employees, the unions want to put the pressure on once again. They are planning a central rally in front of the Ministry of Finance in Dr ..
Another warning strike by teachers and university employees
Teachers and university employees in Saxony have once again called a warning strike on Wednesday. One day before the next round of collective bargaining for state employees, the unions want to put the pressure on once again. They are planning a central rally in front of the Ministry of Finance in Dr ..
Thousands at pharmacist protest: Pharmacies closed
Numerous pharmacists from the eastern German states gathered in Dresden on Wednesday to protest against the federal government's healthcare policy. According to the Federal Union of German Pharmacists' Associations (ABDA), up to 3,000 pharmacies in Berlin, Brandenburg, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thur ..
Numerous pharmacies in eastern Germany remain closed in protest
On Wednesday, up to 3,000 pharmacies in eastern Germany will remain closed to protest against the federal government's healthcare policy. Pharmacies are under immense economic pressure.