As the Bavarian Broadcasting Corporation (BR) reports, a video has appeared online in which the pro-Iranian terrorist group "Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya" (Hayi) claims responsibility for the attack on an Israeli restaurant in Munich. According to security authorities, the authenticity of the video is currently being checked. The incident has once again drawn attention to the threat posed by extremist groups in Europe.
In the confession video, which was disseminated online, the group Hayi declares itself responsible for the attack. Security authorities are now investigating whether the recording is a genuine confession message or if other backgrounds might be involved. Such videos often serve to generate attention and propagate the ideological goals of the organization. The verification includes, among other things, an analysis of the content, speakers, and technical features to rule out forgeries.
The terrorist group Hayi, which positions itself as pro-Iranian, has previously appeared through similar confession videos. It belongs to a series of organizations operating within the sphere of Iranian influence and regularly announces attacks or threats against Israeli and Western targets. The European Union (EU) and its member states closely monitor such groups due to their potential danger to public safety.
The attack on the Israeli restaurant in Munich has alarmed local and national security authorities. In Germany, Israeli facilities and Jewish communities have long been placed under special protection, as they are repeatedly targets of anti-Semitic and extremist attacks. Security measures include increased police presence, surveillance technologies, and close cooperation with intelligence agencies to detect threats early.
Experts point out that the emergence of confession videos after such incidents is a typical pattern of extremist propaganda. These videos often aim to spread fear, present the group in a media-effective manner, and encourage potential imitators. However, security authorities emphasize that not every confession message should automatically be considered authentic—some could also come from lone perpetrators or other groups seeking to claim the act to gain attention.
The verification of the video by security authorities is a standard step in investigating such incidents. International partners are also involved to exchange information and better understand the global networking of the terrorist group. The results of these investigations could provide important clues about the actual perpetrators and their motives.
In the past, similar confession videos after attacks in Europe have often led to increased security measures and political debates.
