Minneapolis unrest has drawn international attention after Germany issued a travel warning advising its citizens to exercise caution when traveling to the United States. The advisory highlights violent clashes tied to immigration enforcement and points specifically to Minneapolis as a flashpoint. German officials cited public safety concerns linked to protests, crime, and political instability.
Germany’s Foreign Federal Office updated its U.S. travel guidance Tuesday, referencing both severe winter storms and rising political tensions. The advisory warned that “in Minneapolis and other cities, demonstrations sometimes lead to violent clashes with migration and security authorities.” Officials urged German travelers to monitor local media, remain alert, and “stay away from crowds around which violence may occur.” The guidance also encouraged visitors to “behave calmly and follow the instructions of the authorities and local security forces.”
The Minneapolis unrest follows protests across the Twin Cities tied to President Trump’s immigration enforcement policies. Tensions escalated after a recent deadly shooting involving federal officers. Demonstrations have resulted in arrests and property damage, according to authorities.
President Trump addressed the situation Tuesday, rejecting claims that the removal of Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino from Minnesota represented a retreat. He also commented on the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents. “It was terrible. Both of them were terrible,” Trump said in an exclusive interview on The Will Cain Show. “I hate to see it. I hate to see that.”
Germany’s advisory also pointed to the broader “domestic political situation” in the U.S., stating that “major American cities are facing a rise in violent crime nationwide” and warning of “an increased risk of politically motivated violence.”
The warning contrasts with the U.S. State Department’s own “Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution” advisory for Germany, which remains in effect due to ongoing terrorist threats across Europe.
