In Germany, a significant police operation was conducted on Thursday, targeting the homes of individuals linked to Hamas.
This action followed the German government’s prohibition, effective from November 2, against any activities associated with or supporting the militant group.
Additionally, the group Samidoun, responsible for organizing a celebration in Berlin honoring Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, was disbanded under this ban.
According to Germany’s internal intelligence agency, there are approximately 450 Hamas affiliates within the nation, engaged in various activities including showing support, conducting propaganda, and raising funds to bolster the organization’s international presence.
“We are continuing our consistent action against radical Islamists,” German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said. “By banning Hamas and Samidoun in Germany, we have sent a clear signal that we will not tolerate any glorification or support of Hamas’ barbaric terror against Israel.”
Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk announced a temporary truce between Hamas and Israel for four days.
The announcement follows an agreement between Israel and Hamas for a four-day cessation of hostilities. As part of the accord, Israel will release at least 50 of the approximately 240 hostages, in exchange for the liberation of 150 underage and female Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli prisons. The Israeli cabinet approved the agreement overnight.
Abu Marzouk noted that a majority of the hostages set for release hold foreign citizenship, without specifying whether they also possess Israeli passports.
According to the Health Ministry in the Hamas-run territory, over 11,000 Palestinians have lost their lives during the Israeli offensive, with about two-thirds of the casualties having been identified as women and minors.
