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Activists face trial for raid on arms factory in Germany
Five activists are set to appear in court following an incident at a site linked to an Israeli arms manufacturer. Their families express concerns about the conditions of their detention and the nature of the trial. (sources: aljazeera, theguardian)
ModernAction Briefing
Five activists, known as the 'Ulm Five', are facing trial for allegedly raiding a factory associated with an Israeli arms company in Germany. Their families have raised concerns about their treatment in custody.
- The activists are accused of attacking a site linked to Israel's largest weapons manufacturer.
- The trial is expected to address the actions taken by the activists during the raid.
- Families of the activists report that they have been held under harsh conditions since their arrest in September.
Why it matters
The trial highlights ongoing tensions related to activism and arms manufacturing in Europe.
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