German authorities ban mass gathering against coronavirus measures in Berlin

Authorities have banned large-scale demonstrations in Berlin against measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The organizers had called a new protest this coming Saturday – and thousands were expected to attend.
At a demonstration at the start of this month in Berlin, police said many people taking part had ignored rules on social distancing and the wearing of face masks – putting public health at risk. The protesters include anti-vaccination activists and conspiracy theorists, but also some of Germany’s most notorious right-wing groups