Greta Thunberg detained by police at coal mine protest in Germany | USA TODAY #Shorts

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained by German police at a protest march against expanding the Inden coal mine near Luetzerath.

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Renowned climate change activist Greta Thunberg was detained by German police Tuesday while protesting the demolition of a village for a coal mine, according to multiple reports.

The Swedish activist, 20, traveled to western Germany to protest against the demolition of the village of Luetzerath, participating in demonstrations at the site throughout the weekend.

A spokesperson for the Aachen police confirmed to Reuters Thunberg was part of the group near the edge, and said she was stopped and "carried by us with this group out of the immediate danger area to establish their identity."

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