German Lawmaker, Journalist Injured When Driver Goes Around Climate Blockade
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Green Party lawmaker Sebastian Striegel and a journalist were injured when a motorist drove onto a sidewalk to get around a climate protest blockade.
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The incident occurred during an "unannounced protest" by the group Last Generation that caused major traffic disruptions in Halle, Germany.
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Striegel and the journalist were monitoring the protest when the car hit them. Striegel said he would get a medical exam.
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Police said 4 Last Generation activists glued themselves to the road, and it took over 4 hours to clear the blockade.
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Last Generation frequently stages disruptive protests, blocking traffic to demand faster climate action from the German government. Some activists have received fines or jail time.