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Protests Erupt in Berlin During Interview with AfD Leader

7/22/2025

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Protesters clashed with Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right AfD party, during a live interview in Berlin, their chants echoing across the River Spree. Organized by the activist group Centre for Political Beauty, the demonstration aimed to silence Weidel, who accused an NGO of orchestrating the disruption. Meanwhile, ARD is committed to enhancing conditions for future interviews.

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Protesters clashed with Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right AfD party, during a live interview in Berlin, their chants echoing across the River Spree. Organized by the activist group Centre for Political Beauty, the demonstration aimed to silence Weidel, who accused an NGO of orchestrating the disruption. Meanwhile, ARD is committed to enhancing conditions for future interviews.