Two activists in Basel are facing a bill of 90,000 Swiss francs to cover police operation costs related to their recent protest. The activists occupied a former chemical site in the Klybeck area, leading to an eviction in early July that garnered wider attention. Police are invoicing the pair for the expenses incurred during the operation to remove them from a high-rise building's roof edge. The incident highlights the financial consequences activists may face for demonstrations requiring police intervention. Details regarding the specifics of the protest and the reasons for the occupation remain limited. This case is likely to spark debate regarding the balance between the right to protest and the costs associated with maintaining public order. The activists have yet to publicly respond to the bill.

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