Now, Yaacobov has been fired from his position as the rabbi of Tiferet Israel, Berlin’s Sephardic synagogue, because of the alleged misconduct.
"The context of the clothing worn is deemed capable of approving, glorifying or justifying the violent and arbitrary rule of the Nazi regime," Police chief inspector Martin Halweg said
"Good morning to every one but Roger Waters," tweeted the Israeli Foreign Ministry.
The Berlin police had banned calling for Israel’s destruction and showing flags and signs of terror organizations before a May 1 rally by far left groups.
MK Matan Kahana gave a keynote speech and also met with German Bundestag MPs known for their commitment to Israel and Jewish life in Germany.
Police arrived at the scene and shot the assailant twice.
A protest including chants of “Death to Jews” and “Death to Israel” was organized by Samidoun, a Palestinian NGO that is classified as a terrorist entity by Israel.
The reportedly antisemitic march unfolded in two Berlin neighborhoods with large Muslim presence, Kreuzberg and Neukölln, and centered on the current controversy on the Temple Mount.
The gathering included leaders and Jewish professionals from 35 communities across Europe and covered a broad range of topics
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