German officials say the trial of Irish pro-Palestine activist Daniel Tatlow Devally in Germany is not a “show trial,” according to comments attributed to Merz by multiple outlets. Devally, who is described as being from Dublin, faces charges related to alleged criminal damage involving an Israeli-headquartered firm. The reports present the case as a legal proceeding in Germany rather than a politically motivated event. While the outlets emphasize the German government position that the process is legitimate, they also note the central allegation: that Devally is accused of criminal damage connected to the company at the heart of the matter. Coverage focuses on the characterization of the trial rather than additional details such as the timing of hearings, the specific conduct alleged, or the defendant’s response. Overall, the sources converge on the same basic facts: Devally is on trial in Germany, the charges involve criminal damage tied to an Israeli-headquartered firm, and Merz rejects the idea that the case is being staged for political effect.