Germany, Demonstration / Riot, Level 3: Violent clashes between groups in Gelsenkirchen – North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

2024-06-16: On Sunday (16 June), violent clashes occurred between English and Serbian fans ahead of their Euro 2024 opener in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.