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Legal Victory: German Federal Constitutional Court Ends Separation of Baby and Parents Over Palestine Solidarity
Berlin, 19 August 2025 — The German Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that a one-year-old child, separated for months from his Palestinian-Jordanian mother over Palestine solidarity, must be allowed to re-enter Germany. The decision ends the family’s separation and highlights concerns about German authorities’ use of migration laws to punish Palestine solidarity. -
Dutch government proposes bill primarily aimed at suppressing opposition to its complicity in the genocide: ELSC sends objection and encourages anti-genocide voices to continue to speak out
The Dutch government has proposed a new bill primarily aimed at suppressing opposition to its complicity in the genocide in Gaza. The law proposal, submitted by the (outgoing) cabinet, would criminalise the so-called “glorification of terrorism” and “public support for terrorist organisations”. The bill deliberately lacks clear definitions of what would constitute a punishable offence, allowing it to be used to prosecute people who oppose government policy. Given the government’s unconditional support for the Israeli genocide in Gaza, even symbolic expressions of solidarity such as a watermelon could potentially be prosecuted as “glorification of terrorism” under this vague law. -
The European Legal Support Center (ELSC) and Public Interest Law Centre (PILC) File Complaint with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Against UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI) Director Over Ethics Breaches and Unregulated Legal Activity
The ELSC and PILC have submitted a formal complaint to the SRA against Caroline Turner, Director of UKLFI, alleging breaches of the SRA’s Principles and Code of Conduct, including the use of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), which are lawsuits intended to limit freedom of expression on matters of public interest. Additionally, we are calling for an investigation into whether UKLFI is operating as an unregulated law firm, and urging the SRA to bring it under regulatory oversight. -
08/12/2025NEW ELSC report: Europe’s Proscription of Palestine Solidarity
London, 12 August 2025 – Following recent UK court hearings on the ban of Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws, and the arrest of over 500 protesters on 9 August 2025 for defying the proscription, the European Legal Support Center (ELSC) is publishing a comprehensive report, Europe’s Proscription of Palestine Solidarity, exposing the systematic criminalisation of Palestine solidarity groups across the continent. -
08/08/2025ELSC Newsletter: July 2025
ELSC Newsletter: July 2025 Dear Friend,Over the past month, we’ve fought some crucial battles and secured a number of legal victories, which we bring to you in this month’s newsletter, along with some useful resources to continue mobilising for Palestine. SAVE THE DATE Appeal Hearing on Dutch State’s Role in Facilitating Israel’s Genocide and Illegal… -
Save the date: Appeal Hearing on Dutch State’s Role in Facilitating Israel’s Genocide and Illegal Occupation
Ten Palestinian and Dutch organisations will appeal a landmark case against the Dutch State on 3 September 2025 in The Hague. They demand an end to Dutch exports supporting Israel’s occupation and war crimes in Palestine, arguing the State fails to uphold international law and prevent genocide. Media are invited to attend the hearing. -
ELSC Files Criminal Complaint Against Police Officer BE-24111 Who Beat Up Protestors at Nakba Day Demo in Berlin
On 17 July 2025, the ELSC filed a criminal complaint against a Berlin police officer filmed violently assaulting protesters during the Nakba Day demonstration. Based on video evidence and an investigation by Forensis, the complaint challenges the official narrative and highlights systematic repression of Palestine solidarity in Germany. ELSC urges a full and fair investigation. -
Fired for Saying “Free Palestine”: Alla Scala Theatre in Milan Dismisses Jasmine, a Student Worker, for “two words”.
Fired for saying “Free Palestine” — Jasmine, a student usher at Milan’s Teatro alla Scala, was dismissed after speaking out during a private event attended by top officials. Backed by ELSC and CUB union, she’s now taking legal action, challenging what she calls an unlawful dismissal and part of a wider pattern of repression. -
Political Ban on Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah’s Public Speaking and Political Speaking Deemed Unlawful by German Court.
A Berlin court ruled Germany’s political speaking ban on Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sittah unlawful. Backed by ELSC and ICJP, this marks a second legal win against misuse of migration law. The court affirmed Abu-Sittah’s freedom of expression, rejecting the state’s claim that his Gaza genocide comments threatened Germany’s democratic order. A key victory for civil liberties.