Germany's domestic intelligence service has classified the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a right-wing extremist entity, allowing for surveillance measures due to the party's activities undermining democracy. The AfD has used anti-immigration sentiments to gain traction in the electorate, placing second in recent elections. The classification could rekindle debates regarding a possible ban of the AfD, although Outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz advocates for a careful evaluation of such actions rather than hasty decisions, indicating the political complexities involved.
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution publicly designated the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a right-wing extremist group, which subjects it to surveillance.
The BfV expressed that the classification of the AfD as extremist is due to its attempts to undermine free democratic order evidenced by xenophobic and anti-minority statements.
Amid rising anti-immigration sentiment and the AfD's popularity, the designation could revive discussions about a potential ban on the party within the German parliament.
Outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz cautioned against rushing to outlaw the AfD, emphasizing that any decision to ban should be considered carefully.
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