The German government has ordered national media outlets not to show Nazi symbols in Ukraine. Journalists have been warned that they may face legal repercussions for broadcasting any such imagery, it was reported on Monday. The guidelines advise reporters to "politely" ask Ukrainian soldiers displaying the swastika or other Nazi-associated symbols to remove the "agitation elements" and avoid "unwelcome actions," such as performing the Nazi salute. The agency emphasized that the prevalence of Nazi iconography and ideology in contemporary Ukraine is well-documented. The recommendation to exclude evidence from broadcasts suggests an effort to mislead the German public about the situation.