Clashes broke out between police and demonstrators during a Gen Z protest in Berlin, Germany, with 22 people arrested.

Axar.az reports, citing German newspaper taz, that around 1,200 people gathered in the Charlottenburg district on Saturday to protest against the military service law, rising prices, cuts to social spending, surveillance measures and deteriorating conditions in schools and universities.

The demonstration was called by various left-wing alliances, including “Gen Z regelt” Berlin, as well as ORT Berlin (Open Red Meeting) and the Communist Youth League.

Tensions escalated after fireworks were set off and anti-police slogans were chanted. Police units entered the crowd, leading to clashes and arrests. The authorities said 28 criminal complaints had been filed.

According to the police, around 700 officers were deployed at the scene; three officers were injured.

The demonstration was also accompanied by right-wing TikTok streamers, whose provocative remarks further heightened tensions, according to the report.

The protest was largely dispersed near Halensee railway station, where police escorted demonstrators onto trains.

Further Gen Z protests are planned for November 20. This time, however, significantly larger crowds are expected. The “Gen Z regelt” initiative is calling for a “nationwide day of protest”, with demonstrations planned in 39 cities. Rallies by Gen Z are also expected in other European countries. As part of the International Youth Strike, demonstrations are planned in France, Spain, Portugal, Italy and Albania.