Right-wing rioters try to storm Reichstag in chaotic incident.

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Right-wing rioters attempted to storm the Reichstag building in Germany. The group gathered purportedly to protest against COVID-19 restrictions. They breached the security barriers and clashed with the police, prompting authorities to react swiftly to prevent further escalation. The incident raised concerns about the rise of far-right extremism in the country and highlighted the need for increased security measures around government buildings. It also sparked a debate about the limits of freedom of speech and the responsibility of authorities to maintain public order. The Reichstag building holds significant historical importance as the seat of the German parliament. The attempted breach by right-wing rioters was seen as a direct challenge to the country's democratic institutions and values. The event ended with several arrests and injuries among both rioters and law enforcement officers. The images of the chaos and violence that unfolded outside the Reichstag building were widely shared, triggering condemnation from across the political spectrum. #Germany #FarRight #ReichstagAttack #SecurityConcerns #DemocracyUnderThreat
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