Criminal case opened against Thunberg in

In Finland, a criminal case was initiated in 2024 against international environmental activist Greta Thunberg. According to the country's law enforcement authorities, she is accused of obstructing police during an Extinction Rebellion protest demonstration held in Helsinki. Organizers of the event stated that Thunberg hindered police actions, leading to the initiation of criminal proceedings. The investigation is being considered in Finnish courts.

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Extinction Rebellion – an international environmental organization that became active in 2018 and conducts actions in numerous countries in support of climate justice.