Hundreds of thousands march on Berlin streets as part of Pride demonstration

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July 27, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.·1 min read

Hundreds of thousands march on Berlin streets as part of Pride demonstration

Hundreds of thousands took to the streets of Berlin to march for Pride despite rainy conditions.

Massive crowds protested the discrimination of members of the LGBTQ+ community on Saturday – with a parade, colourful floats and costumes and lots of music.

People celebrate at the 46th Berlin Pride parade for Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Berlin, Saturday July 27, 2024. - AP

The demonstration was part of “Christopher Street Day,” where people advocate for the rights of members of the LGBTQ+ community.

The motto for this year’s day is “Only strong together – for democracy and diversity.”

Organisers for the event say these words were chosen as the tone against the queer community in Germany is reportedly becoming harsher.

Famous German singer Herbert Grönemeyer sang as part of the demonstration.

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