Alexander Throm, the CDU’s spokesperson for domestic policy, strongly criticized the practice of suspending sentences for Islamists on probation following the attack on the CSD. Speaking to the television channel “Welt,” he stressed that “with Islamism, we are dealing with a high threat level and ideological fanaticism.” He argued that in such cases, the decision-making process-for instance, whether someone receives probation or not-must take a higher level of consideration than in other areas.
Throm demanded that authorities take potential threats seriously even before crimes have been committed. He pointed to the prevailing high level of fanaticism within the Islamist sphere, a fanaticism he noted has been aggravated by situations in Iran or the Gaza Strip. Consequently, he advocated for high vigilance and strict consequences when making decisions about probation or other measures.
He called on everyone in society to maintain heightened awareness regarding Islamist danger, specifically addressing the judiciary. Throm concluded that the world has changed significantly in recent years, and security agencies, legislators, and even courts must acknowledge this shift and respond accordingly.
This criticism arises largely from the case of Abdul B., who was previously convicted of attacking the CSD. Although he was sentenced to one year and ten months, his sentence was suspended on probation, even though his involvement with the Islamist scene was known at the time.
