Demonstrations: Mass protests against social cuts
The unions called - and tens of thousands of people came. The protests are also directed against the course of the federal government.
Approximately 175,000 people took part in nationwide demonstrations in Germany, according to trade unions, to advocate for a strong social state and against cuts. The protests, which took place in 15 major cities, were organized by the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) under the motto "Hart verdient! Deine Arbeit. Deine Gesundheit.
Deine Rente." DGB leader Yasmin Fahimi criticized the government's reform plans on working hours and pensions, warning against cuts to social insurance benefits. The demonstrations come amid concerns over job security, particularly in the automotive industry, and ahead of expected government reforms.
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