Germany's Cabinet approves stricter penalties for airport intrusions by climate activists, up to 2 years in prison.
Germany's Cabinet has approved legislation to impose stricter penalties on individuals who break through airport perimeters, following instances of disruptive protests by climate activists. The new bill, pending parliamentary approval, will raise punishment for intentionally intruding on "airside" areas of airports to endanger civil aviation to a maximum of two years in prison. Sentences of up to five years may be imposed if individuals force their way into airports with banned items or if the intrusion is intended to enable or cover up other offenses.
July 16, 2024
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