Protests against inflation, mandatory military service turn violent in Germany, shops looted in Frankfurt

Protests in Germany against rising inflation, government spending cuts and mandatory military service have turned violent.

On Saturday night, protesters looted shops in Frankfurt, Germany's financial capital. Besides Frankfurt, incidents of violence also occurred in Berlin, Cologne and Hamburg. Clashes with police were also reported during the protests.

Young people took to the streets across Germany on Saturday. They were protesting rising inflation, a lack of budget for the education sector, and the possible reinstatement of mandatory military service.

The protests, involving participation from Gen Z youth, spread to several cities including the capital, Berlin.