Violence erupts at Eritrean event in Germany, leaving dozens injured, including 26 police officers

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Dozens of people, including 26 police officers, were injured during unrest at an Eritrean cultural festival in Stuttgart, Germany. Around 200 protesters gathered outside the event and began throwing stones and bottles at police officers and participants. This incident is part of a series of clashes surrounding Eritrean cultural events in Germany and elsewhere. The event was organized by groups close to the Eritrean government, highlighting the divide among the Eritrean diaspora. City officials will take steps to prevent similar unrest in the future.

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