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BERLIN – A security incident occurred at the heart of the German political center on Sunday, November 8, 2026, when a pro-Palestinian activist replaced the German national flag with a Palestinian flag in front of the Reichstag building.
Details of the incident
According to police reports, the incident began at approximately 11:30 a.m. One individual managed to bypass security measures at the Reichstag grounds and climbed a flagpole to swap the flags. Two other men were present at the scene, filming the entire operation and broadcasting it live online.
The situation drew significant attention from bystanders in the area. While police were able to detain the two men filming on the ground shortly after the incident began, the activist who climbed the pole remained there for about an hour. He eventually climbed down voluntarily around 12:30 p.m. and was taken into custody.
Investigation and motives
The three suspects, all German nationals aged 20, 22, and 32, are currently facing police investigation. Authorities are looking into charges of disparaging the state and violating the Assembly Act. The Palestinian flag was promptly removed by authorities.
The activist group responsible for the action, identified as “Peacefully Against Genocide,” claimed responsibility for the stunt. In a statement, the group described the act as a sign of solidarity with the Palestinian civilian population. They further stated that they hold the German government partially responsible for Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip and announced that they intend to organize further demonstrations.
Security questions remain
Despite the swift response by law enforcement, the incident has raised serious questions regarding security at one of Germany’s most protected government buildings. It remains unclear how the activist was able to pass the security fence surrounding the Reichstag premises without being stopped by security personnel before reaching the flagpoles.
The Reichstag building, which houses the German Bundestag, is subject to strict security protocols. The incident is currently being reviewed by security officials to prevent future breaches.
Source: SRF.ch
