Germany’s Left Party erupts in protest after activist’s expulsion over Israel-Palestine stance
The Left Party in Germany is grappling with fresh turmoil following a series of disputes over its stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. On Saturday, 23 November 2024, the party’s federal arbitration court upheld the expulsion of activist Ramsis Kilani, sparking protests and exacerbating internal divisions. Meanwhile, the party’s Berlin branch nominated a new lead candidate as it gears up for state elections, with poll numbers on the rise.
Ramsis Kilani, a pro-Palestinian activist whose father was killed by the Israeli military in 2014, was permanently ousted from the Left Party. The decision came after his controversial remarks, including describing Hamas’s 7 October attack as a 'response to decades of violent oppression.' His removal sparked immediate backlash, with around 100 protesters occupying the party’s federal headquarters. They displayed banners reading, 'No Left without Ramsy—no Left without resistance.'
The Left Party now finds itself in a critical period, balancing internal strife with electoral ambitions. Kilani’s expulsion and the ongoing protests underscore deep ideological rifts. As state elections approach, the party must navigate these tensions while maintaining its poll momentum and coalition potential.
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