Berlin protesters decry COVID-19 health measures as police detain 600 amid clashes

A demonstrator reacts in front of a police officer during a protest against the government measures attempting to curb the spread of COVID-19, in Berlin, Germany, on Aug. 01, 2021.Thousands turned out in Berlin on Sunday to protest the German government’s anti-coronavirus measures despite a ban on the gatherings, leading to clashes with police and the detention of some 600 protesters.

Berlin’s police department deployed more than 2,000 officers to try and disperse the protests, but it said officers who sought to redirect protesters or disband larger groups were “harassed and attacked.”“They tried to break through the police cordon and pull out our colleagues,” Berlin police said, adding that officers had to use irritants and batons.

Germany eased many of its coronavirus restrictions in May, including reopening restaurants and bars. Still, many activities, such as dining indoors at restaurants or staying in a hotel, require proof that an individual is either fully vaccinated, has recovered from the virus or can show proof of a recent negative coronavirus test.

The Querdenker movement, the most visible anti-lockdown movement in Germany, has drawn thousands to its demonstrations in Berlin, uniting a disparate mix on both the right and the left, including those opposing vaccinations, coronavirus deniers, conspiracy theorists and right-wing extremists.

Why are people like this? COVID-19 has killed over 4 million people globally, all we have to do is get as many people vaccinated as possible and we can return to business as usual. But no! We must simply be able to infect the masses!

We need HELP!! Turkey is being burned and the fires are uncontrollable. houses, villages and farms are burning while people and animals are dying. please spread the word and use the hashtags so their voices can be heard, they need help! helpturkey

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