Overview

• The Hessian Higher Administrative Court in Kassel upheld a lower court and allowed the pro‑Palestinian rally to proceed, with the decision final in the expedited process.
• Frankfurt’s ban cited a potential escalation and antisemitic elements, referencing unrest at a June Berlin event, but the courts prioritized assembly rights and said police can act against individual offenders.
• The Frankfurt police announced a large deployment and vowed to protect peaceful protest while intervening against any hate speech, antisemitism or violence, noting concerns within the Jewish community.
• Organizers expect up to 5,000 participants for the 'United 4 Gaza – Stoppt den Völkermord jetzt!' march on Saturday, starting at 15:00 from Hafenpark and running until 21:00.
• Local debate continues over alleged extremist influence linked to a Kalifatsbewegung or Hizb ut‑Tahrir milieu, as prevention experts warn such actors may try to leverage the event.