Key facts
- Thousands of people protested in Erfurt, Germany.
- The protests were against the far-right AfD party.
- Demonstrators blocked roads leading to the AfD's annual conference.
- The AfD hopes to gain power in upcoming regional elections.
- The protests occurred in Erfurt.
Thousands of people demonstrated in Erfurt, Germany, to voice their opposition to the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The protesters actively blocked roads that provided access to the AfD's annual conference, which is being held in the city. These demonstrations are taking place as the AfD party aims to secure significant gains and potentially gain power at the state level in upcoming regional elections. The protests highlight the strong opposition the AfD faces from a segment of the German population.