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RECAP: Knife Attack With Smoke Grenades Leaves Three Dead in Central Taipei

Three people were killed after a man carried out a knife attack using smoke grenades in central Taipei on Friday, December 19. The suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station and stabbed passersby. He then fled the scene, traveled to nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a department store. The 27-year-old suspect later died after jumping from the department store.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 10

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. Four people were dead, including a 27-year-old suspect who jumped from a department store, and several others were injured.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 8

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. Four people were dead, including a 27-year-old suspect who jumped from a department store, and several others were injured.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 9

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. Four people were dead, including a 27-year-old suspect who jumped from a department store, and several others were injured.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 7

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. Four people were dead, including a 27-year-old suspect who jumped from a department store, and several others were injured.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 6

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. One person has been confirmed dead, and several others were injured. According to police, the suspect, who is a 27-year-old man, jumped from the department store and was taken to a hospital.

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Taiwan: Knife Attack and Smoke Grenades Reported Near MRT Stations in Taipei 3

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. One person has been confirmed dead, and several others were injured. According to police, the suspect, who is a 27-year-old man, jumped from the department store and was taken to a hospital.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack Near MRT Stations in Taipei 4

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. One person has been confirmed dead, and several others were injured. According to police, the suspect, who is a 27-year-old man, jumped from the department store and was taken to a hospital.

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Taiwan: Knife and Smoke Grenades Attack at MRT Stations in Taipei 5

A smoke grenade and knife attack was reported in central Taipei on Friday, December 19, A suspect reportedly threw smoke grenades inside Taipei Main Station in central Taipei and attacked passersby with a knife. The suspect then fled the scene, moved to the nearby Zhongshan Station, and attacked pedestrians again before entering a nearby department store. One person has been confirmed dead, and several others were injured. According to police, the suspect, who is a 27-year-old man, jumped from the department store and was taken to a hospital.

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Taiwan: Knife Attack and Smoke Grenades Reported Near MRT Stations in Taipei

A 27-year-old suspect was detained following smoke grenade and knife attacks near Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan MRT station on Friday evening, December 19. Several people were injured after the suspect allegedly carried out a knife attack inside Zhongshan Station, set off smoke grenades, and entered a nearby Eslite Spectrum store before falling from an upper floor. He was taken to hospital, and police are investigating the incidents.

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Taiwan: Knife Attack and Smoke Grenades Reported Near MRT Stations in Taipei 2

A 27-year-old suspect was detained following smoke grenade and knife attacks near Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan MRT station on Friday evening, December 19. Several people were injured after the suspect allegedly carried out a knife attack inside Zhongshan Station, set off smoke grenades, and entered a nearby Eslite Spectrum store before falling from an upper floor. He was taken to hospital, and police are investigating the incidents.

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Germany: At Least 24 Arrested Amid Escalating Pro-Palestine Protest in Berlin 3

A pro-Palestine protest was held in Berlin on Tuesday, November 25. According to reports, around 450 people participated. The demonstration began at Silesian Gate and moved through Kottbusser Damm. The march turned violent, resulting in at least 24 arrests and several injured police officers. This video shows the counter protesters during the protest.

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Germany: At Least 24 Arrested Amid Escalating Pro-Palestine Protest in Berlin

A pro-Palestine protest was held in Berlin on Tuesday, November 25. According to reports, around 450 people participated. The demonstration began at Silesian Gate and moved through Kottbusser Damm. The march turned violent, resulting in at least 24 arrests and several injured police officers.

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Germany: At Least 24 Arrested Amid Escalating Pro-Palestine Protest in Berlin 2

A pro-Palestine protest was held in Berlin on Tuesday, November 25. According to reports, around 450 people participated. The demonstration began at Silesian Gate and moved through Kottbusser Damm. The march turned violent, resulting in at least 24 arrests and several injured police officers.

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US: Three Arrested as Clashes Erupt Outside TPUSA Event at UC Berkeley

At UC Berkeley, at least three people were arrested during clashes outside the Turning Point USA event at Zellerbach Hall on Monday, November 10. Tensions escalated when protesters surrounded an attendee at a TPUSA table, leading to verbal altercations and a physical fight.

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France: Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Israel Philharmonic Concert in Paris 2

During the Israel Philharmonic’s concert at the Philharmonie de Paris in Thursday, November 6, pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted the performance multiple times with shouting, flares, and sounding alarm, leading to several detentions by police.

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France: Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Israel Philharmonic Concert in Paris

During the Israel Philharmonic’s concert at the Philharmonie de Paris in Thursday, November 6, pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted the performance multiple times with shouting, flares, and sounding alarm, leading to several detentions by police.

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews pray during a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest - Jerusalem

Ultra-Orthodox Jews take part in a protest in Jerusalem on October 30, 2025. Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews filled the streets of Jerusalem on Thursday to protest government plans to expand military conscription in their community and the recent arrests of draft dodgers by military police. Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.CO

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US: Immigration Crackdown Reaches Chicago North Side, Sparks Confrontation

The immigration crackdown by federal agents spread to Chicago’s predominantly white and wealthy North Side neighborhoods on Friday, October 24, resulting in several detentions and arrests. Masked agents were seen deploying tear gas at the crowd on residential streets after they were confronted.

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US: Protests Erupt at NYC Federal Plaza After ICE Raids on Chinatown’s Canal Street Vendors

Chaos erupted in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon, October 21, after masked ICE agents conducted raids on street vendors in Chinatown’s Canal Street, arresting several people and clashing with bystanders. The arrests sparked a large evening protest outside 26 Federal Plaza, demanding the release of detained migrants and an end to the federal raids.

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US: Arrests Made at Protests Outside ICE Facility in Portland

On Saturday, October 11, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) monitored protest activity in the South Waterfront area, resulting in two arrests. During the event, police were notified of a man who had been assaulted and injured near South Bancroft Street and South Bond Avenue. The man was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Since nightly protests began in early June, the PPB has made a total of 49 arrests in the South Waterfront area, including these two.

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Germany: Pro-Palestine Protesters Clash With Police in Berlin

On Tuesday, October 7, a pro-Palestine gathering on anniversary of the October 7 massacre that was planned at Alexanderplatz was banned by authorities in Berlin. Despite the ban, around 500 people gathered near the City Hall (Rotes Rathaus), which is adjacent to Alexanderplatz. This large, unauthorized gathering led to clashes, attacks, and detentions by police.

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US: Federal Agents Use Tear Gas, Arrest Protesters Against National Guard Deployment in Portland 2

Hundreds of protesters marched to the Portland ICE facility on Saturday, October 4, to oppose the possible deployment of the Oregon National Guard, resulting in federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls to disperse the crowd and arresting at least six people.

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US: Federal Agents Use Tear Gas, Arrest Protesters Against National Guard Deployment in Portland

Hundreds of protesters marched to the Portland ICE facility on Saturday, October 4, to oppose the possible deployment of the Oregon National Guard, resulting in federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls to disperse the crowd and arresting at least six people.

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US: Tear Gas Hits Chicago Police Officers During Clash with Protesters

The ongoing immigration crackdown by the Trump administration led to a clash with demonstrators in Chicago on Saturday, October 4. Federal agents used tear gas and pepper balls against protesters, with Chicago Police Officers even seen struggling to keep their eyes open during the dispersal.

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Germany: Hundreds Rally in Berlin After Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Ships

Around 300 people protested outside Berlin’s central train station on Wednesday evening, October 1, after Israeli naval forces intercepted several aid ships headed for Gaza. Police redirected the demonstrators to Washingtonplatz, where minor clashes occurred, including bottle-throwing and banned chants, leading to a few arrests. The protest dispersed peacefully around 11:30 p.m.

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Australia: Pro-Palestinian Protests Erupt After Gaza Aid Flotilla Intercepted

Sydney and Melbourne saw snap pro-Palestinian protests on Thursday, October 2 after Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. About 400 people gathered in Sydney, briefly spilling onto light rail tracks, while around 200 protested in Melbourne. Police restrained some demonstrators, but no arrests were reported, and both rallies dispersed without major incidents.

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Philippines: Protests Over Flood-Control Corruption Turn Violent in Manila

On Sunday, tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Manila to protest alleged corruption in government flood-control projects. Demonstrators clashed with police at multiple locations, including Ayala Bridge, Recto, and Mendiola, throwing rocks and firebombs. The unrest resulted in over 200 arrests and at least 50 people hospitalized, including nearly 100 police officers who were injured. Some protesters were detained for allegedly setting fire to a truck.

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Italy: Massive Demonstrations in Support of Palestine Across Major Cities 2

On September 22, 2025, pro-Palestinian demonstrations took place across Italy, with tens of thousands of participants. The protests were largely organized by labor unions, student groups, and civic organizations. In Rome, around 20,000 people marched, while Milan saw about 50,000 participants. Some clashes occurred between protesters and police in Milan, resulting in injuries and several arrests.

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Italy: Massive Demonstrations in Support of Palestine Across Major Cities

On September 22, 2025, pro-Palestinian demonstrations took place across Italy, with tens of thousands of participants. The protests were largely organized by labor unions, student groups, and civic organizations. In Rome, around 20,000 people marched, while Milan saw about 50,000 participants. Some clashes occurred between protesters and police in Milan, resulting in injuries and several arrests.

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Italy: Violence Erupts at Milan Pro-Gaza Protest, Dozens Injured, Arrests Made 2

A pro-Palestine protest in Milan on Monday, September 22, turned violent upon reaching Centrale station. While the march began peacefully with tens of thousands of participants, a small group of masked agitators attacked police, breaking glass, throwing objects, and even using fire hoses against officers. Around 60 police officers were injured, 23 requiring hospitalization, and eight protesters were detained. The violence disrupted train services for hours. Similar tensions occurred in Brescia, Torino, Bologna, and Marghera, with arrests and clashes reported. Authorities and politicians condemned the violence as unjustifiable and unrelated to the solidarity message of the protest.

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Italy: Violence Erupts at Milan Pro-Gaza Protest, Dozens Injured, Arrests Made

A pro-Palestine protest in Milan on Monday, September 22, turned violent upon reaching Centrale station. While the march began peacefully with tens of thousands of participants, a small group of masked agitators attacked police, breaking glass, throwing objects, and even using fire hoses against officers. Around 60 police officers were injured, 23 requiring hospitalization, and eight protesters were detained. The violence disrupted train services for hours. Similar tensions occurred in Brescia, Torino, Bologna, and Marghera, with arrests and clashes reported. Authorities and politicians condemned the violence as unjustifiable and unrelated to the solidarity message of the protest.

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France: September 18 Austerity Protests Turn Violent in Paris

On September 18, hundreds of thousands participated in over 250 protests across France against the austerity budget introduced by former PM François Bayrou. In Paris, demonstrations turned violent, with clashes between protesters and police, who used tear gas and made several arrests.

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UK: Images of Trump, Epstein Projected on to Windsor Castle, Arrests Made

A projection of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein was displayed on the side of Windsor Castle on Tuesday, September 16, resulting in four arrests. The incident occurred just as the President began his state visit to the UK, where he is set to be a guest of King Charles at the royal landmark.

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Colombia: Fans Clash Outside Bogota Venue During Colombia-Venezuela Match

A celebration of the Colombia-Venezuela football match turned chaotic on Tuesday, September 9, as fans outside CityU in Bogotá clashed. Tensions escalated after Venezuela’s first goal, with some fans throwing beer at opposing supporters. By the time Colombia scored its sixth goal, the situation erupted into a physical fight, with people throwing punches, bottles, and other objects. Authorities intervened quickly, and the Metropolitan Police of Bogotá reported that the situation was controlled without injuries or arrests.

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Spain: Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Vuelta a España in Valladolid

Pro-Palestinian activists disrupted the Vuelta a España in Valladolid on Thursday, September 11, briefly blocking the race near Paseo de Zorrilla with banners and chants against Israel. Police dispersed the demonstrators, arresting two people and identifying 15 others.

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UK: Mass Arrests as Hundreds Rally Against Palestine Action Ban in London 2

Nearly 900 people were arrested in London’s Parliament Square on Saturday, September 6 for supporting the banned activist group Palestine Action. Police said 857 were detained under the Terrorism Act and 33 for public order offenses, though campaigners insisted the rally was largely peaceful. Human rights groups condemned the arrests as misuse of terrorism laws, while the government defended its stance.

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UK: Mass Arrests as Hundreds Rally Against Palestine Action Ban in London

Nearly 900 people were arrested in London’s Parliament Square on Saturday, September 6 for supporting the banned activist group Palestine Action. Police said 857 were detained under the Terrorism Act and 33 for public order offenses, though campaigners insisted the rally was largely peaceful. Human rights groups condemned the arrests as misuse of terrorism laws, while the government defended its stance.

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Demonstrators wave Palestinian and other flags during the march in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Protesters confront riot police during the demonstration in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Protesters confront riot police during the demonstration in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Riot police push against protesters during the march in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Police officers seize protesters’ belongings during a protest in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

March for Peace in Cologne - Germany

Riot police detain protesters on the ground during the march in Cologne, Germany, on August 30, 2025. Thousands marched for peace and against militarization. The protest faced heavy police repression, including mass kettling, assaults, and arrests. Around 100 protesters were injured by police brutality, 800 were charged with serious breach of peace, and three were held overnight at police stations. Photo by Mouafak Mahmalji/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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