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Rapids in Kreuzberg: 15 arrests for protests!
On October 5, 2025, there were riots in spontaneous rifles in Berlin; 15 people were arrested.
Rapids in Kreuzberg: 15 arrests for protests!
On Saturday evening there were spontaneous demonstrations in connection with the Middle East conflict, which resulted in riots. The police reported that several groups lit pyrotechnics on the Kottbusser Damm and hurled the trash can and e-scooters onto the street. The police arrested a total of 15 people, including nine men and six women.
According to the Berlin police, eight criminal proceedings were initiated. These concern, among other things, the use of the use of landmarks of terrorist organizations and insults. Fortunately, the police were unharmed, and there were no known injuries among the demonstrators.
Police operation and arrests
A police force of 250 forces in Neukölln and Kreuzberg was used to ensure public security. The situation was tense, but the police were able to control the situation. However, it remains unclear whether all arrested people will be released by Sunday morning.
The demonstrations took place against the background of considerable tensions that were reinforced by the Middle East conflict. In the past, a similar incident led to persistent clashes between different groups, which illustrated the need for a strong police operation. In the past, there have been demonstrations in which violence and vandalism gained the upper hand, a risk that the authorities always have to take seriously.
Rights and obligations in demonstrations
The fundamental right to freedom of expression (Art. 5 Basic Law) and the right to peaceful assembly (Art. 8 Basic Law) are firmly anchored in Germany. However, these rights are not unlimited, and there are clear regulations that are set in the (Federal) Assembly Act. The police must not only protect the right of demonstration of the participants, but also to ensure the peaceful implementation of meetings.
The police can quickly come under pressure in conflict situations, especially when it comes to protecting right -wing extremist groups from violent counter -demonstrators. It is important that demonstrators are aware of their rights and duties, because not all forms of protest are allowed. Certain behaviors can result in legal consequences, such as the breach of the peace, insult or property damage.
In summary, the incident in Berlin shows how important it is to perceive both your own rights in demonstrations and to respect public security. Further information on the right to demonstrate and the associated rules can be found on the pages of police advice.
The slowly declining conflict in the region continues to ensure tensions and questions in German society. It remains to be seen how the discourse will develop and what measures the authorities take to ensure public security in the future.