A recent AfD event in Essen, Germany, intended as a "citizen dialogue," was met with significant opposition both inside and outside the venue.

Inside the Essener Philharmonie, around 20 attendees disrupted the event using loud pocket alarms and anti-AfD chants, leading to multiple interruptions.

Security personnel escorted these protesters out, where they were greeted by approximately 4,000 demonstrators rallying against the AfD.

The protest, organized under the theme "Strengthen Democracy," featured banners and chants opposing what they termed "Nazi propaganda.

" Despite the disruptions, police reported no criminal charges as the evening remained largely peaceful.

This event is part of a broader pattern of protests against the AfD in Essen, highlighting ongoing tensions over the party's policies and rhetoric.