Climate protest at Berlin airport sparks massive police operation
By DW
17 November 2019 |
5:25 pm
Dozens of climate protesters staged a sit-in at Berlin's Tegel Airport, prompting police to quickly surround the area. The operation sparked traffic jams and extra hurdles for passengers trying to reach the airport.
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