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Violent blockade in Cologne-Kalk: Deutz AG defends itself against protests
On August 29, 2025, 300 people block the Deutz AG service warehouse in Cologne-Kalk. Police on duty, further events expected.
Violent blockade in Cologne-Kalk: Deutz AG defends itself against protests
Protests flared up again in Cologne today. Sensing the smell of change in the air, hundreds of thousands of people have raised their voices on the streets and in front of important institutions. In the morning, around 300 demonstrators gathered at Deutz AG and blocked the service warehouse, which the company management described as “unacceptable” in an official statement. A spokesman for Deutz AG emphasized the right to freedom of expression, but made it clear that this must happen within the limits of the applicable rules.
The blockade was described as violent and masked, raising concerns among the Deutz AG workforce about employee safety. The company is already hoping that work processes will not be disrupted any further. Meanwhile, around midday, around 20 people occupied the SPD headquarters in Cologne and demanded that their concerns be heard. The police have recorded the personal details of the occupiers and will take appropriate legal action. A spontaneous meeting also took place in front of the SPD headquarters, at which the concerns of those gathered were heard loudly.
Planned major event brings back memories
Given the emotional situation of many Kurds and Turks living in Germany, the police expect increased potential for conflict. In order to prevent clashes between opponents of opinion, an increased number of emergency services will be present in the city area. Citizens can expect that the police will continually publish information about the situation via Facebook and “X” (formerly Twitter).
A look back into police history
From the conventional protests of the 1950s, through the movements of the 1960s and 1970s, to the new social movements in the 1980s, the police have always been required to adapt to new circumstances and challenges. The fights for freedom of expression and social justice are as old as the Federal Republic itself and will continue to accompany us in Cologne in the coming months.
For further information and updates on today's events, those interested can tune in to WDR television tonight at 7:30 p.m., which will provide more in-depth coverage of what happened. Stay tuned!