Thousands attend Prague Pride parade
Participants observed a minute of silence in memory of the victims of a van ramming near the CSD parade in Berlin. The march was accompanied by enhanced security measures.
On Saturday, tens of thousands of people participated in the Prague Pride parade in the Czech capital. The festival runs for a week, with this year's theme being "Times are changing." The parade began with a moment of silence to honor victims of the July 25 van ramming incident in Berlin that left one dead and injured around 31 others.
Enhanced security, including hundreds of police officers and a de-escalation team, was in place for the Prague march. Participants were advised to use plastic poles for their banners due to safety concerns. The Prague Pride festival's goal remains raising awareness of LGBT+ issues, showcasing community life in the Czech Republic, and advocating for equal rights.
No major incidents occurred during the parade, which started at Wenceslas Square and concluded at Stavanice island in the Vltava River. A musical program followed the march, extending the festivities into the night.
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