Transcript (en)

It was very much a case of them and us. In West Germany, the fans were able to fully enjoy every nuance of their idol's performance. Michael Jackson's heavily choreographed posturing was closely scrutinized and appreciated. But there was nothing to indicate that the stage confrontation was to be played for real on the other side of the wall. In East Berlin, the fans could hear Jackson, but not all could see him. As for the authorities, they were determined the West shouldn't see the East German fans. As Western camera crews tried to record the scene, security police stepped in. Using electronic candle cards, they tried to move the news teams on. Scuffles broke out and 40 people were arrested. Meanwhile, on stage, the concert proceeded unhindered, leaving the politicians to count the cost. West German diplomats have already made sure that their East German counterparts have heard and seen their protests over the incident.