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Thousands March for Peace in Germany, Oppose Conscription

4/5/2026

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Thousands participated in Easter peace marches across Germany on April 4, 2026, organized by the Network of the German Peace Movement.
The marches occurred in about 70 cities.
Attendance included Stuttgart 3,000; Berlin 1,600; Duisburg 300.
This year's focus was the return of conscription in Germany, spurring youth participation.
Kristian Golla of the Network of the German Peace Movement said the turnout is significant.

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Thousands participated in Easter peace marches across Germany on April 4, 2026, organized by the Network of the German Peace Movement.
The marches occurred in about 70 cities.
Attendance included Stuttgart 3,000; Berlin 1,600; Duisburg 300.
This year's focus was the return of conscription in Germany, spurring youth participation.
Kristian Golla of the Network of the German Peace Movement said the turnout is significant.