Thousands of protesters have marched through Vienna, to demonstrate against an annual ball, which usually attracts far-right and right-wing figures from all over Europe.

Fearing clashes, police closed off most streets in the city centre.

Those marching chanted slogans and carried flags from left-wing and anti-fascist groups.

The formal Academics' Ball is organised by the Austrian far-right Freedom Party and is part of the annual Viennese ball season.

The event is held at the imperial Hofb…
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