Overview

• He detailed his experiences in a new BILD/RONZHEIMER podcast after returning to Germany.
• He says he spoke with survivors of the October 7 attacks and with Palestinians to hear differing perspectives.
• He describes widespread destruction and medical shortages and relays being told a Gaza death toll of 65,000, a figure not independently verified in these reports.
• He argues that graphic posts and “Free Palestine” messaging dominate online attention, contending that Hamas has won the social media narrative.
• He reports receiving threats over expressing solidarity with Israel, says some cases drew police investigations, and claims many public figures stay quiet out of fear.