Regierungsbildung in Berlin: Eralp zu Angst-Eingeständnis: Nehme Rat von Behörden ernst

Elif Eralp, the successful leftist candidate in Berlin's mayoral race, defended her recent comments about her family's safety concerns in a video posted on Instagram. Eralp revealed that threats against her have increased since the election and that she has been consulting with security authorities to assess the current level of danger. She emphasized that she takes their professional advice seriously and weighs her words carefully.

Eralp, aiming to become Berlin's mayor, shared an exclusive interview with "Spiegel" magazine, in which she expressed fear for her family's safety if she openly criticizes a well-known Palestinian activist. This activist is a long-time member of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, classified as a terrorist organization by the EU and the US. Eralp's written remarks were mistakenly included with the interview text sent to "Spiegel."

While Eralp maintains that she does not shy away from political debates and is open to criticism, she acknowledges that there are limits when it comes to her family's and her own safety. She stated that these boundaries have now been crossed, but she will not be intimidated, as she believes everyone must stand together for a better Berlin. This city must reject organized crime, violence, terror glorification, and any form of hatred and all that threatens the safety of its citizens.