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German Christian YouTubers Investigated for ‘Blasphemy’ After Criticizing Antisemitism
by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief
(Worthy News) – Two Christian YouTubers in Germany are reportedly under criminal investigation after publishing a video addressing antisemitism and Islamic extremism, raising renewed concerns over religious freedom and free speech in Europe.
According to CBN News, the creators—identified as Niko and Tino—operate a YouTube channel called Eternal Life, where they regularly share the Gospel and engage people in public conversations about the Bible. Their content typically focuses on Christian evangelism, but a 2024 video shifted attention toward the growing tensions in Germany following the October 7 Hamas attack and subsequent pro-Palestinian demonstrations.
The video, titled “Islam is no peace,” was later flagged by YouTube as “dangerous” and removed. In the footage, the pair reportedly warned that antisemitism had become increasingly normalized in Germany amid protests that erupted after the Hamas attack. They strongly condemned hatred toward Jewish people, stating, “Hatred of Jews—the belief that Jews should be killed—is a demonic spirit and does not come from God,” according to CBN.
The German government has acknowledged and rebuked antisemitic rhetoric during some of these demonstrations. However, prosecutors in Hamburg launched an investigation into Niko in February 2025 under Article 166 of the German Criminal Code, a blasphemy law that criminalizes insults against religious beliefs if they are deemed capable of disturbing public peace. Tino is now reportedly under investigation as well.
Legal counsel for Niko, attorney Marco Winger, has called for the case to be dropped, arguing that his client’s statements were rooted in Christian conviction and did not incite hatred. Winger also noted that concerns about Muslim-linked antisemitism have already been recognized by German authorities, suggesting the video addressed an existing public issue rather than creating unrest.
Tino, meanwhile, expressed confusion over the investigation, calling it a troubling sign for freedom of expression. “People should not have to be afraid to speak their minds and profess their faith in Jesus Christ,” he said in comments to a German outlet.
The case highlights growing tension across Europe as governments attempt to balance hate speech laws with fundamental freedoms, particularly as religious and political divisions intensify in the wake of Middle East conflicts.
Copyright 1999-2026 Worthy News. This article was originally published on Worthy News and was reproduced with permission.
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