German police in Berlin shut down a pro-Palestinian conference due to concerns over potential antisemitic remarks and glorified violence. The three-day event was halted when a banned speaker, Salman Abu Sitta, began to address the participants by video link. Authorities feared the repetition of past antisemitic comments and violent glorification. The organizers, including former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis’ DIEM25 party, intended to draw attention to what they called Israel’s genocide in Gaza. Despite rising opposition to Israel’s actions, Germany’s support for Israel keeps the expression of solidarity with Palestinians under scrutiny. The move has sparked debate over free speech, antisemitism, and the historical context behind Germany’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Berlin Police Halt Pro-Palestinian Event Over Antisemitic Concerns, Germany
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