Raid on the “Islamic Center Hamburg” at the request of Israel: what is known
German police raided the “Islamic Center Hamburg” at the request of the Israeli government, accusing the center of funding extremist groups and spreading Iranian propaganda. Authorities declared the umbrella organization illegal.
German police raided the “Islamic Center of Hamburg,” also known as the Blue Mosque, this morning at the request of the Israeli government. Searches took place at more than 50 locations associated with the center across the country. German authorities have officially declared the umbrella organization to which the mosque belongs illegal.
Founded in 1953 by Iranian exiles, the mosque became affiliated with Iran after the 1979 Islamic Revolution. German authorities accuse the center of funding Hezbollah, supporting Hamas and spreading Iranian propaganda.
These actions were carried out as a result of pressure from the Israeli government, which has significant influence over German politics. German authorities emphasize that the mosque was used for propaganda and financial support for extremist groups.
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