Ditib-Mam in Regensburg: Controversy around the celebrated wolf greeting

Ditib-Mam in Regensburg: Controversy around the celebrated wolf greeting

The latest events around the Ditib Mosque in Regensburg have raised questions about political attitude within Turkish communities in Germany. An outstanding example is the Imam Ali Aydin Derviş, who celebrated the "Wolfsgruss" during a football game by the European Championship, a sign that is connected with right -wing extremist groups, especially the gray wolves.

critical echo on the statements of the imam

on July 3, after the victory of the Turkish national team against Austria, Imam Derviş posted very critical comments on Facebook about the “Wolfsgreetings” by the player Merih Demiral. His words in which he praised the greeting "in the heart of the heart of Europe" received over 100 likes. This led to a multi-layered discussion about the role that the Ditib community plays in Germany, and the associated political implications.

reaction of the Ditib community

The board of the Ditib community in Regensburg reacted to the incident by protecting Derviş, but recognized that his statements were perceived as "inappropriate". When asked, the board assured that the conversation with the Imam was “immediately” looking for the impression that the organization is more about image than a deeper examination of extreme views.

The context of the "wolf greeting"

The "wolf greeting" is not only a sporty symbol, but also a political characteristic of the right -wing extremist gray wolves, which are responsible for numerous acts of violence in Turkish history. This group is considered one of the largest right -wing extremist organizations in Germany and is under observation by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

social effects and challenges

The incidents around the Ditib Mosque in Regensburg reflect a broader trend and show that extremely right-wing positions within Turkish communities in Germany are still widespread, as Jan Nowak notes from "mobile advice against right-wing extremism Bavaria". It is terrifying that nationalism, racism and other discriminatory ideologies are also popular in communities that have experienced discrimination themselves.

Need of education and sensitization

In order to address the problem, Novak calls for increased awareness within the Turkish community and a deal with the ideologies that are based on such extremist views. It is necessary to conduct dialogue about these topics in order to counteract these dangerous currents and to raise awareness of the political realities.

conclusion: a challenge for integration

The reactions to the incident in Regensburg are a wake -up call for society as a whole. It is essential that both the Turkish community and German society itself deal with the phenomenon of Turkish right -wing extremism in order to strengthen common ground and to reduce hostility. Only through open dialogue and promotion of tolerance can we coexist in a pluralistic society.

- Nag