Four Alleged Hamas Operatives Stand Trial in Germany for Terrorism Charges

The suspects are accused of organizing weapons caches across Europe for potential attacks on Israeli, Jewish, and U.S. targets.

The trial involves four men, aged 34 to 57, accused of being members of Hamas' military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, and holding significant roles within the organization.
Prosecutors allege the suspects managed weapons depots in multiple European countries, including Bulgaria, Denmark, and Germany, in preparation for potential terrorist attacks.
The men are accused of planning attacks on targets such as the Israeli Embassy in Berlin, the U.S. Ramstein Air Base, and other Jewish institutions in Europe.
The suspects were arrested in December 2023 after a tip-off from foreign intelligence, marking the first trial in Germany involving Hamas members.
The trial, held under high security, is expected to last until December 2025 and includes testimony from 50 witnesses and several experts.