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Thousands protest in Germany as far-right AfD sets sights on power

Thousands of protesters clash with police in Germany as the far-right AfD party holds a leadership conference.

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The brief

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Germany to demonstrate against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The protests coincide with the AfD's leadership conference, where new leaders were elected.

Coverage from Al Jazeera, DW.com, The Guardian, CNN, and Reuters emphasizes the scale of the protests and the clashes between riot police and demonstrators. The Guardian and CNN both report on the use of force by police to disperse protesters.

The AfD's leadership conference and the subsequent protests are likely to continue to draw attention. Coverage does not yet specify whether the protests will escalate or if the AfD will respond to the demonstrations.

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Quick answers

What is the AfD?

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is a far-right political party in Germany.

Why are people protesting?

Protesters are demonstrating against the AfD party, which is holding a leadership conference.

How have the protests been handled?

German riot police have clashed with protesters, using force to disperse crowds.

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