'No NATO, No War': Austria Protesters Reject Military Alignment Over Ukraine, EU Bid Sparks Protest!

Hundreds of protesters marched through Vienna demanding Austria uphold its constitutional neutrality, reject closer military alignment with NATO and reconsider its support for Ukraine. Protest organiser Martin Rutter said Ukraine should not be allowed to join the European Union while its war with Russia continues and called for reconciliation between Kyiv and Moscow. Demonstrators carried Austrian flags and banners reading “Yes to neutrality and peace. No to NATO” and “Accept Russia's security concerns.” The rally comes amid continued debate over Austria's neutral status, its support for Ukraine and the country's role in European security. Austria has maintained permanent neutrality since 1955, while its national security strategy also calls for solidarity with EU measures when international law and sovereignty are violated.