A small cadre of German politicians speaks out against Israel

Since the start of the war on Gaza, Germany has offered Israel unwavering support, refusing to condemn the atrocities committed in the besieged enclave even as other western allies, including the US, have become increasingly vocal against its military conduct.

Politicians from across the political spectrum have pledged unwavering support for Israel, promising that Germany "stands firmly at the side of Israel". 

Speaking up against the country's staunchly pro-Israel stance is rare amongst German public figures, but some politicians are challenging the status quo. 

Haluk Yildiz is one of them. The federal chairman of the Alliance for Innovation and Justice (BIG) party and member of Frankfurt's city council, Yildiz filed a request to remove the Israeli flag in front of Frankfurt's city hall during Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting which ended this week.

The flag was put up last October as a "sign of solidarity", but it is unclear who mandated the move, Yildiz noted.

"The flag of a country comitting a genocide is hanging from our city hall. How are the Muslims and especially the Palestinians in Frankfurt supposed to celebrate Ramadan in peace?" Yildiz told Middle East Eye.

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