2.2. Criticism of government policies or State officials’ actions should never constitute sufficient grounds for restricting a peaceful assembly. This also applies to assemblies expressing views that may offend, shock, or disturb the State or any sector of the population. Demanding territorial changes in speeches and demonstrations does not automatically threaten the country’s territorial integrity and national security. 2.3. In a democratic society based on the rule of law, political ideas which challenge the existing order and whose realization is advocated by peaceful means must be afforded a reasonable opportunity of expression through the exercise of the right of assembly and other lawful means. 3. Symbolic displays of insignia and other objects at the protest 3.1.Display of flags, insignia, and other expressive items is protected communication. 3.2.Even where the insignia, uniforms, costumes, flags, banners, or objects (candles) displayed to remember a traumatic historical past should not be a reason to interfere with the right to freedom of assembly. But if such displays are prohibited by law, the officers must first attempt to confiscate the prohibited items while letting the assembly proceed, provided it remains peaceful. But where this leads to violence, or where the objects are closely associated with acts of physical violence, expressions of racism, or threaten religious harmony, the assembly may be restricted to prevent the occurrence or reoccurrence of such violence, etc. VI. Use of force 1. Force is used only on an exceptional basis, ONLY after announcing the intention to use force clearly and allowing the participant sufficient time to exit the area. 2. The principles governing the use of force: 16