Mannheim experiences headlines. - Following the knife attack: Mayor Specht voices doubtfulness.
At the same time, reports claim that a spokesperson for the commune defended the decision to not prohibit the gathering of the Islam-critical group Pax Europa on the market square. They emphasized that the right to assemble is highly valued and there are significant obstacles to outright banning an event. Meanwhile, daily pro-Palestinian rallies held by Free Palestine in Mannheim have become more hostile in nature, as some have even suggested halting all protests in Mannheim altogether. Specht reiterated this sentiment, saying, "The freedom of assembly is held in such high regard that it's incredibly difficult to ban an event altogether."
