German court ruling on Israel-Nazi comparison is a step in the right direction

German court ruling on Israel-Nazi comparison is a step in the right direction Submitted by Marla Karnabach on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 20:53 Decision underscores the fact that political commitments - however deeply rooted - must not override fundamental rights A demonstrator holds a placard reading “From the Panke [River] to the Sea - never again war industry”, as others hold Palestinian flags, in Berlin, Germany, on 11 July 2026 (Tobias Schwarz/AFP) Off A German court this month decided that comparing Israel to Nazi Ger