Berlin bans Russian flag on May 8 and 9
The German authorities have banned Russian flags, military uniforms, posters with the letters V or Z, and other symbols and signs that may glorify Russia's war against Ukraine during events on May 9 in Berlin.
Source: Zeit
Details: On Wednesday and Thursday, a number of events are planned in Berlin to mark the end of World War II in Europe, including several wreath-laying ceremonies at Soviet memorials in Treptower Park and Tiergarten, as well as rallies at the Brandenburg Gate and in the government quarter.
This year, police have again banned Russian flags, military uniforms, posters with the letters V or Z, and other symbols and signs that could glorify Russia's war against Ukraine near Soviet memorials. Russian military marches and songs are also banned.
Wednesday begins with a large demonstration in Treptower Park titled “79th Anniversary of Liberation from Fascism - Thank You to the Liberators” with 200 people participating. Throughout the day, leftist and communist groups, as well as representatives of the district authorities, will lay wreaths at memorials in various locations in Berlin.
Author - Olena Madiak, 08/05/2024
