Thousands of people in Germany protested against AfD and…

Thousands of people in Germany protested against AfD and right-wing extremism

12.09.2026 18:00 HotInfo

Tens of thousands of people protested on Saturday in several German cities against right-wing extremism and the opposition party Alternative for Germany (AfD). The demonstrations took place in more than 35 cities and were also a response to political developments in Saxony-Anhalt. STVR (Minúta po minúte) ↗

The largest gathering took place in Düsseldorf, where, according to police and organizers, approximately 20,000 people gathered. Participants marched through the city center under the slogan "Not one step back! Against AfD and right-wing hatred!". The protesters expressed support for an open democratic society and rejected the exclusion of parts of the population. aktuality.sk ↗

In Erfurt, several hundred people demonstrated in favor of examining the possibility of banning right-wing extremist parties. Participants backed their demand with speeches, placards and songs. teraz.sk ↗

Another gathering took place in the center of Berlin. Nearly 100 organizations and civic initiatives joined the broad coalition, drawing attention to the need for social cohesion. Organizers expected participation of approximately 30,000 people.

The call for protests in connection with the elections in Saxony-Anhalt was supported by approximately 100 organizations, civic initiatives and trade unions. According to the organizers, the election result should be a turning point in the effort to stop the rise of the AfD. The demonstrations thus continue the nationwide series of protests for democracy and against right-wing extremism.

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