Tamuz 5, 5777, 6/29/2017
 German university denies course promoted anti-SemitismUniversity of Applied Sciences and Arts in Hildesheim defends accusations it promoted anti-Semitism in one of its courses.German court overturns politician's Holocaust denial convictionCourt in the central German city of Naumburg criticized for letting a far-right politician off after his conviction for Holocaust denial. 12 injured in explosion at German restaurant12 people injured in an explosion at a restaurant in Ansbach. The attacker who detonated the explosive was killed. German police arrest friend of Munich shooter16-year-old friend of David Ali Sonboly arrested on suspicion of knowing about the Munich attack and failing to report it. Netanyahu: We stand alongside GermanyPrime Minister Netanyahu offers condolences to Germany following the lethal shooting attack in Munich. Shots fired at Munich shopping centerAt least one person dead in shooting at the Olympia-Einkaufszentrum shopping center in Munich. Ax attack in Germany demands 'early warning system'German Jewish leaders warn that all German institutions should take extra precautions following ax attack in Wurzburg. Germany: ISIS flag found in room of axe-wielding terroristGerman officials report ISIS flag found in room of 17-year-old Afghan refugee who rampaged through Wurzburg train, seriously wounding 3.Three seriously injured in possible Islamist attack in GermanyThree seriously injured after as 17-year-old Afghani with an axe goes on a rampage on a train in Wurzburg. Attacker shot dead. Holocaust monuments vandalized in Germany, BelarusWorld War II monuments in Germany and Belarus vandalized. No arrests have been made. German police raid purveyors of anti-Semitic hate postingsPolice in 14 German states conduct raids on 60 individuals in an attempt to root out the sources of anti-Semitic postings on the internet. Iran still seeking nuclear weapons, says German intelligenceGermany's domestic intelligence agency warns Iran is still making extensive attempts to acquire materials to further its nuclear program. Germany arrests ISIS jihadist who helped Paris mastermindGerman prosecutors say they arrested Bilal C., who had contact with the late ringleader of the November Paris attacks, Abdelhamid Abaaoud. Germany drops investigation of former SS officerGerman prosecutors drop investigation of former SS officer Wilhelm Kusterer, suspected of war crimes in Italy. Jewish man wearing kippah beaten in BerlinUnknown perpetrators kick and beat 21-year-old Jewish man wearing a kippah in German capital.German lawmaker accused of anti-Semitism, Holocaust denialDr. Wolfgang Gedeon accused of anti-Semitism but has avoided being expelled from his party. Germany condemns Iran's Holocaust cartoon contestGermany says Holocaust cartoon contest sows hatred and deepens divisions in the Middle East. More Islamists head from Germany to Syria and IraqAt least 820 Islamists have left Germany to join jihadists in Syria and Iraq, the German domestic security agency says. Soft on Nazis? WJC hits Youtube German office over hate videos'If copyrighted material can be removed instantly, why do pro-Nazi videos stay up?,' asks World Jewish Congress. Germany denies reports it will abandon IsraelGerman official clarifies 'Middle East policy hasn't changed,' after Der Spiegel reports Merkel will end support over frustration with Bibi. Two suspects with ISIS ties arrested in GermanyBavarian police arrest an Iraqi and a Nigerian on suspicion that they may have been preparing a terrorist attack. German town strips Hitler's honorary citizenshipSouthern German town of Tegernsee revokes the honorary citizenship granted 83 years ago to Adolf Hitler. Germany, EU reject Turkish protest over Erdogan clipGermany tells Turkey that basic freedoms are non-negotiable, after Ankara blasts clip which appeared to mock Erdogan. Satirical German song about Erdogan upsets TurkeyTurkey summons German ambassador over song insulting to President Erdogan that was broadcast on a German satirical show. German Foreign Minister: Refugees must reject anti-SemitismGermany's Foreign Minister, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, says there is no place for anti-Semitism in the country. German ISIS 'storm trooper' gets jail timeGerman court sentences local man who was a 'pothead' before converting to Islam and hunting down deserters for ISIS to torture to death. German officials: Netanyahu 'distorted' Merkel's commentsOfficials in Germany deny Chancellor Merkel has given up on two-state solution, as she appeared to hint during meeting with Netanyahu.Germany arrests three ISIS suspectsGerman police arrest three Algerians suspected of links to the ISIS on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack. Merkel admits: Anti-Semitism is worse than we thoughtGerman Chancellor says anti-Semitism is more widespread in the country than some believe, calls for action. German Imam blames Cologne rape victims; 'they wore perfume'Imam of Salafist Cologne mosque said victims of New Year’s attacks were to blame because they dressed 'inappropriately' and wore perfume. Germany to tighten checks on Syrian refugeesGermany to reinstate individual interviews for Syrian asylum seekers as of Friday. German teachers want 'Mein Kampf' to be taught in high schoolsGermany's teacher association suggests Hitler's book should be taught in high school to help inoculate teens against extremism.Germany: Two former ISIS jihadists sent to jailGerman court sentences two jihadists, including a would-be suicide bomber, to jail on charges of involvement in a terrorist group. Germany seeks to use Turkish air base in ISIS operationGermany says it is seeking an agreement with Turkey to deploy six reconnaissance aircraft at a base close to Syria. German court deems Auschwitz paramedic fit for trialGerman court permits trial of 95-year-old accused of being an accessory to the murder of at least 3,681 people at Auschwitz. German BDS activists go on 'settlement product' labeling spreeSelf-appointed "inspectors" begin a campaign to label Israeli products in the city of Bremen in Germany. German Jews warn: Syrian migrants bring Jew hatredCentral Council of Jews calls to limit migrant influx, warning 'they come from cultures where anti-Semitism and intolerance is integral.' Germany withdraws anti-Semitic Eurovision candidateGermany withdraws Xavier Nadoo as its contender for Eurovision following criticism over his use of anti-Semitic and homophobic slurs. German department store boycotts Israeli productsKaDeWe in Berlin removes Israeli products from its shelves following EU decision to label Israeli products.Revealed: Germany still paying pensions to Nazi volunteersTelegraph exposes that the German government has continued to pay pensions to Spaniards who volunteered to fight for the Nazis. German court deems former Auschwitz guard fit for trialGerman court says 93-year-old former SS sergeant charged with accessory to murder at Auschwitz is fit for trial. German rapper who joined ISIS killed in Syria airstrikeDenis Cuspert, a German rapper who joined ISIS, likely killed in American airstrike in Syria.German Police Conduct Raids on ISIS Targets in BerlinGerman police carry out dawn raids targeting individuals suspected of inciting people to join ISIS.Germany Charges Female Who Served at Auschwitz91-year-old woman charged as an accessory to the murder of 260,000 people at Auschwitz. Germans Arrest ISIS Terrorist Recruiter Posing as Refugee'Are ISIS Terrorists Hiding among Refugees?' INN asked last week. The resounding answer: 'yes.' Germany Reinstates Temporary Border Controls Amid Refugee CrisisGermany reinstating temporary border controls with immediate effect, says Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere. Merkel 'Disappointed' by Iran's Attitude Towards IsraelGerman Chancellor says that it not acceptable for Iran to continue to call for Israel's destruction.German Foreign Minister to Visit Iran in OctoberFrank-Walter Steinmeier announces plans to travel to Iran in October, in a sign Berlin wants to rebuild ties with the Islamic Republic. German Vice Chancellor Rejects Criticism of Iran VisitGerman’s Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel rejects criticism from Jewish groups and the opposition of his visit to Iran.Germany to Iran: Recognize Israel if You Want Economic TiesGerman Vice Chancellor says Iran must recognize Israel in order to have economic relations with Germany. German Foreign Minister: Israel Shouldn't Criticize Iran DealGerman Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier criticizes Israel's opposition to nuclear deal, argues it will help Middle East security. German Source: It's Up to Iran, Everything Can Still FailGerman government source says deal with Iran could be reached quickly if Tehran is ready to take the last steps. Bennett Makes Israeli Schools Teach GermanEducation minister signs agreement with German officials to have the language added to schools, including a German diploma. German Official: Iran Talks May Still FailAs latest deadline for Iran deal approaches, German source stresses "there will not be an agreement at any price". Nazi Propaganda Continues to Influence Germany: StudySurvey finds 5% of Germans 'extremely' anti-Semitic, doubles with Germans who lived through the Nazi regime. German Foreign Minister to Make Rare Visit to GazaGermany's foreign minister says he will visit Gaza but will not meet with Hamas leaders. German Anti-Semitism Commission to Include Two JewsFollowing criticism, Germany's Interior Ministry appoints two Jews to a new commission on anti-Semitism. |
