G7 protesters clash with police in Geneva
DW.com • • world
Key Points:
- Clashes erupted between protesters and police near the UN building in Geneva on Sunday, ahead of the G7 summit in Evian, with demonstrators throwing bottles, stones, and firecrackers, and police responding with tear gas and water cannons.
- Protesters targeted the UN's telecommunication building, throwing flares as police attempted to clear the area, while some vandalized property, including smashing windows and setting a Tesla on fire.
- The protest took place in Geneva because French authorities denied permits for demonstrations near the G7 summit venue, leading about 20,000 people to march peacefully initially before violence broke out.
- The G7 summit, starting Monday in Evian, will host leaders from seven wealthy nations, including US President Donald Trump, with key discussions expected on conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
- Protests at G7 summits are common, typically addressing issues such as capitalism, globalization, and inequality, reflecting widespread dissent toward the group’s policies.
