City Life & Community

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Saturday Assemblies: 700 Participants and Pyrotechnics in Jena City Center

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Short & Concise: The Most Important Facts at a Glance Date & Location: Saturday, 07.02.2026, Jena (Start: Holzmarkt). Occasion: Political assembly under the motto “From Jena to Budapest…”. Number of Participants: Approx. 700 people at peak times. Police Summary: 4 criminal offenses (including resistance), several administrative offenses, ignition of pyrotechnics. Jena (08.02.2026) – A large … Read more

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Following Verdict in Hungary: Hundreds Protest in Jena for Maja T.

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At a Glance Occasion: Protest against the sentencing of Jena-born non-binary person Maja T. in Budapest. Attendance: Police estimate approx. 700; organizers speak of over 1,000 participants. Incidents: Ignition of pyrotechnics and violations of the ban on facial coverings. Outcome: Four criminal charges and several administrative offense proceedings. Jena. A clear sign of solidarity and … Read more

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