IS sympathizer apprehended by GBA, alleged member of foreign terrorist organization the Islamic State
In a significant development, German national Nadine D. was arrested on September 3, 2025, by officers of the Düsseldorf Police Presidency. The arrest took place in Düsseldorf, according to the Federal Prosecutor's Office at the Federal Court of Justice (GBA).
Nadine D. is strongly suspected of violating the Foreign Trade and Payments Act (§ 129a para. 1 no. 1, para. 5 StGB, § 129b para. 1 sentences 1 and 2 StGB) by supporting a foreign terrorist organization. She is also accused of sympathizing with the ideology of the foreign terrorist organization "Islamic State" (IS). Additionally, she is suspected of violating § 18 para. 1 AWG in conjunction with relevant EU regulations.
Since at least 2019, Nadine D. has been running an initiative to provide prisoner aid for members, supporters, and sympathizers of IS imprisoned in Germany or abroad. She allegedly raised nearly 18,000 euros in donations via various online profiles until summer 2024. The funds raised were transferred to various beneficiaries or their relatives.
Nadine D. is also accused of recruiting members or supporters for such an organization. She reportedly called on the internet to write letters and photo contributions with IS slogans of perseverance, with the aim to encourage the inmates to remain loyal to the organization and to make themselves available for further activities. These contributions were forwarded to imprisoned IS members and sympathizers.
The arrest warrant was opened and the detention was ordered by the investigating judge. The arrest was based on an arrest warrant issued by the investigating judge of the Federal Court of Justice on July 24, 2025. However, the specific judge's name is not provided in the available search results.
The contact for inquiries is Dr. Ines Peterson at the Federal Prosecutor's Office at the Federal Court of Justice (GBA). No information about the current status or location of Nadine D. after the arrest was provided in the paragraph.
This arrest serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and prevent the support of terrorist organizations. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
