The beginning of autumn brings a change in the weather and a protest camp in Ulm

The beginning of autumn brings a change in the weather and a protest camp in Ulm

The first autumn storms are appearing in Germany, and the day that autumn begins, September 22nd, 2025, will not only bring a significant drop in temperature by 20 degrees, but also a lot of rain. As we prepare to leave the warm days behind us, news from Ulm brings political events into focus.

In Ulm, a protest camp that was set up in front of the arms company Elbit Systems on September 17, 2025 has now come to an end. For five days, up to 150 participants gathered to demonstrate against the company's weapons production and demand the release of five activists who are in custody. The dismantling of the camp took place on September 22, a day after the long protest organized by the Shut Elbit Down campaign. This decision was made in cooperation with the city of Ulm and the police, who monitored the conduct of the camp and ensured compliance with the requirements, including specified distance and volume rules.

Political protest and civil disobedience

The organizers of the protest camp criticize arms production in the context of the ongoing Gaza conflict and advocate an end to the occupation in Palestine and an arms embargo for Israel. The civil disobedience they practice is seen as a legitimate means of drawing attention to the injustices happening around them. Amal Tahrir, one of the leaders of the camp, emphasizes solidarity with the group Palestine Action, which previously invaded an Elbit Systems production facility to disrupt its production.

Activism and civil disobedience, which can lead to a review of laws and a critical examination of state policies, are increasingly understood as necessary elements of a vibrant democracy. This also shows how the organizations that are committed to climate protection use similar tactics to achieve their goals.

Weather change and other news

Today's weather change is not the only news affecting the region. A few days ago, a new temperature record of 32.2 degrees was measured in Ohlsbach for September 20th - the hottest September 20th since weather records began. Such extreme weather conditions not only provoke amazement, but also important discussions about issues such as climate change and related injustices that hurt the global south.

A memorial service is planned for September 23, 2025 for a 12-year-old boy who was tragically hit after an argument. In Mühlacker there was a fire at a recycling center, fortunately without injuries, while in Leutkirch a tragic accident with a police car seriously injured a four-year-old boy when he rode his balance bike onto the street.

In terms of traffic, passengers on the Karlsruhe-Pforzheim railway line must expect restrictions and diversions from September 25th to October 11th as construction work is pending. Rail replacement services have been announced and will be communicated accordingly by the rail operators.

Overall, it is clear that the events are of great importance not only in Ulm, but also in other parts of Germany, as the weather shows its autumnal face. The mix of political activism and current developments in society remains exciting.