German Prosecutors Seek 3.5 Years for Suspected IS Supporter

Federal prosecutors in Germany are seeking a three-and-a-half-year prison sentence for Nadine D., a 43-year-old woman accused of supporting the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group. The Higher Regional Court in Düsseldorf is hearing the case. Prosecutors contend that Nadine D. collected money for the organization and actively recruited supporters online. The defense, however, is pushing for her acquittal, with her lawyer stating that the collected funds were intended solely to aid women and children of detained IS fighters. Nadine D., a mother of four, was arrested in September 2025 at her Düsseldorf apartment. Investigations suggest she operated an initiative called "Free Our Sisters" since 2019, aiming to provide assistance to supporters and sympathizers of the terrorist organization both domestically and internationally. It is alleged that over 14,000 euros were raised through this initiative. The trial is scheduled to continue on August 5 with the defense's closing arguments, and a verdict from the court is expected on August 14.