Germany: Suspect charged with planning 'coup' attempt DW 04/08/2024
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Prosecutors in Hamburg have filed charges against a 66-year-old man affiliated with the radical 'Reichsburger' movement. This individual is accused of supporting a terrorist organization and aiding in preparing a treasonable enterprise aimed at toppling the German government.
The United Patriots, a faction of the extremist Reichsburger movement, aims to replace the liberal-democratic system of Germany with an authoritarian one resembling the constitution of the German Reich of 1871. Their plans included seeking support from Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The accused allegedly organized Telegram groups focused on restoring Germany's Imperial Constitution of 1871. He expressed eagerness to join the United Patriots' activities, including sailing a ship into Russian waters to establish a new state with Putin's help.
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