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Zelenskyy visit: security measures and traffic restrictions

Police cordon

The police have announced extensive security measures and traffic restrictions due to the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Berlin today (Wednesday, May 28, 2025).

There will also be restrictions on the S-Bahn. The German government officially confirmed the Ukrainian president's visit on Wednesday morning.

Closures mainly in Tiergarten

From 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. there will be closures due to the state guest, especially in Tiergarten, according to the police. Roads will be closed. There will be barriers and police on access roads. Drivers should avoid the areas and drive around as far as possible.

Delays and cancellations on the S-Bahn

Trains on S-Bahn lines may run less frequently at times on Wednesday. Deutsche Bahn announced that the visit could lead to "route closures on the S-Bahn network ordered at short notice by the security authorities". Passengers should therefore expect delays and cancellations. The S-Bahn will provide information at short notice on its Internet channels.

Author: dpa/deepl.com
Publication date: 28 May 2025
Last updated: 28 May 2025

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