Rioters loot stores in Frankfurt as Gen Z-led protests in Germany turn violent
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in 34 cities to demand better education and lower living costs.
Frankfurt, Germany witnessed violent protests as Gen Z-led demonstrations turned into riots, leading to the looting of stores and damage to several establishments. The protests, organized by the campaign group Gen Z regelt, took place in 34 cities, including Frankfurt, Berlin, and Munich. The group opposes compulsory military service and demands better education and lower living costs.
In Frankfurt, at least two stores were looted, while others were damaged. Police urged bystanders to avoid the city center and stay away, while several shops in the city center had their windows smashed. Molotov cocktails were also thrown at emergency services. German authorities reported that the demonstrations, coinciding with Halloween festivities, were largely peaceful, but warned of extremist groups attempting to exploit the movement.
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