Munich celebrates St. Patrick's Day with heightened security

Munich celebrated St. Patrick's Day with heightened security but no major incidents reported. The city's mayor, Dieter Reiter, performed onstage, and the event featured Irish wolfhounds and lively crowds in the Odeonsplatz area. A month after a tragic incident at a trade union march, police increased security measures. The only reported health issue was a man hospitalized for a suspected heart attack. The Irish consul general in Munich, James C O’Shea, highlighted growing trade ties between Ireland and Bavaria. Local officials noted the importance of the parade and its positive impact on the community.