Overview

• The red triangle, used by Hamas to mark potential targets, is now considered a banned symbol under German law.
• Images of Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar and Khaled Meschaal, are also prohibited as part of the expanded ban.
• The decision follows the use of these symbols in pro-Palestinian demonstrations and their appearance on Jewish institutions in Germany.
• The ban aims to prevent the glorification of Hamas and its activities, with violations potentially leading to fines or imprisonment.
• The classification of these symbols as illegal is based on their use as identifiers of the Hamas organization, similar to previous rulings on other terrorist groups.