IS video found on Berlin Pride suspect’s phone
A video shows Abdul B., the Berlin Pride attacker, pledging allegiance to ISIS. This discovery raises concerns about his connections to the group. Germany is also discussing protections for LGBTQ+ people.
The video was found on Abdul B.'s phone after the attack at the Berlin Pride. Investigators found evidence of his involvement with ISIS, including flags and songs. The court released him in May, believing he had left the group. However, new investigations revealed the extent of his connections. Experts are talking about ISIS’s ongoing influence and the continued threat it poses.
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Highlights
Video Shows Allegiance to ISIS
A video was found on the suspect’s phone showing him pledging allegiance to ISIS.
Connections to ISIS Revealed
Investigations found the suspect involved with ISIS flags and songs, and his cousins fought for the group.
Release Raises Concerns
The suspect was released in May, but investigations revealed continued connections.
Ongoing ISIS Threat
Experts discuss the continued influence of ISIS despite previous efforts.
Video Found After Attack
Investigators found the video after the attack at the Berlin Pride.
Perspectives
- Abdul B. is a suspect in the Berlin Pride attack.
- A video shows him pledging allegiance to ISIS.
- Investigators found the video after the attack.
- The discovery raises concerns about potential terrorist links.
The court believed Abdul B. had cut ties with ISIS before the attack.
tagesschau, RTBF
Investigations revealed Abdul B. continued connections to ISIS.
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