Increase in Hamas supporters in Rhineland-Palatinate: Protection of the Constitution

Increase in Hamas supporters in Rhineland-Palatinate: Protection of the Constitution

increasing extremism in Rhineland-Palatinate

The development of a worrying trend in connection with an increase in the tenders of the terrorist organization Hamas in Rhineland-Palatinate raises questions about security and social cohesion. The protection of the constitution has identified about 45 people who have potentially have connections to Hamas. This was confirmed by Interior Minister Michael Ebling (SPD) in a parliamentary request from the CDU parliamentary group in Mainz.

Profile of the persons concerned

From the people concerned in Rhineland-Palatinate, almost half have German citizenship. In addition, many of them have further citizenship, while some are also stateless. The countries of origin of these people include Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria and Tunisia

growing number of trailers

Compared to the end of last year, there was a significant increase. At that time, the constitutional protection authorities still counted around 35 people with connections to the Hamas, now there are 45. Many of these individuals are actively active in the propalestinic propaganda and lobbying, aim to consolidate their influence within the Palestinian diaspora and take part in conferences both domestically and abroad.

Anti-Semitism and its effects

This development is also accompanied by an increase in anti -Semitic crimes in schools. Between 2019 and mid -July 2023, the State Criminal Police Office (LKA) registered a total of twelve anti -Semitic incidents, including five cases that were related to the use of symbols of unconstitutional organizations. This number makes it clear that the problem has far -reaching social implications and requires urgent measures.

The great importance of these developments

The increase in the followers and the associated anti -Semitic incidents are an alarming sign. It underlines the need for effective use of extremism in society as well as the importance of education and integration. Especially against the background that a cosmopolitan and safe society is based on a respectful cooperation, the creation of consciousness about these developments is urgently advised.