High-profile politician sprayed with liquid as Germany gears up for key state elections Europe live
Wagenknecht's new party may become influential; the AfD threatens coalition stability with its rise in eastern state elections.
German exit polls point to far right gains in European election and a weak government showing
Gains for AfD in European Parliament elections despite setbacks for governing parties.
Populist parties AfD, BSW and Germany's political landscape DW 09/13/2024
The rise of the far-right AfD signifies a major shift in German politics towards new parties and away from traditional mainstream ones.
Can a ban stop the rise of Germany's far right?
A growing chorus of politicians in Germany are considering whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
The debate is colored by Germany's Nazi past, with some viewing a ban as an imperative rooted in historical experience while others fear it could backfire.
What to Watch for in East German State Elections on Sunday
The elections in Saxony and Thuringia are crucial for gauging the strength of far-right and left-wing parties in eastern Germany.
Will Germany's far-right AfD party be banned? DW 10/18/2024
A cross-party group of Bundestag lawmakers aims to ban the right-wing extremist AfD party in Germany due to its growing influence.
High-profile politician sprayed with liquid as Germany gears up for key state elections Europe live
Wagenknecht's new party may become influential; the AfD threatens coalition stability with its rise in eastern state elections.
German exit polls point to far right gains in European election and a weak government showing
Gains for AfD in European Parliament elections despite setbacks for governing parties.
Populist parties AfD, BSW and Germany's political landscape DW 09/13/2024
The rise of the far-right AfD signifies a major shift in German politics towards new parties and away from traditional mainstream ones.
Can a ban stop the rise of Germany's far right?
A growing chorus of politicians in Germany are considering whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
The debate is colored by Germany's Nazi past, with some viewing a ban as an imperative rooted in historical experience while others fear it could backfire.
What to Watch for in East German State Elections on Sunday
The elections in Saxony and Thuringia are crucial for gauging the strength of far-right and left-wing parties in eastern Germany.
Will Germany's far-right AfD party be banned? DW 10/18/2024
A cross-party group of Bundestag lawmakers aims to ban the right-wing extremist AfD party in Germany due to its growing influence.
Stark rejection': How Germany's far-right AfD won key election in the east
The far-right AfD's electoral success reflects deep-seated grievances in east Germany, highlighting a growing divide with the west.
East Germans Lean Toward Extremes in State Elections
The rise of far-right parties signals a significant shift in German politics, raising concerns about the future of democracy.
High-profile German far-right politician on trial again over alleged use of Nazi slogan
Far-right German politician faces trial for allegedly using Nazi slogan.
German leader urges parties to boycott far right after its election wins
Far-right parties' electoral gains in Germany prompt calls for mainstream coalitions against extremism.
The Angry East
The far-right AfD party has gained significant support in Gorlitz, indicating a shift in political dynamics in eastern Germany.
German 'grannies against the far-right' protest ahead of elections
The far-right party Alternative for Germany may become the strongest party in Thuringia and Saxony's state parliaments if it wins the upcoming elections.
Stark rejection': How Germany's far-right AfD won key election in the east
The far-right AfD's electoral success reflects deep-seated grievances in east Germany, highlighting a growing divide with the west.
East Germans Lean Toward Extremes in State Elections
The rise of far-right parties signals a significant shift in German politics, raising concerns about the future of democracy.
High-profile German far-right politician on trial again over alleged use of Nazi slogan
Far-right German politician faces trial for allegedly using Nazi slogan.
German leader urges parties to boycott far right after its election wins
Far-right parties' electoral gains in Germany prompt calls for mainstream coalitions against extremism.
The Angry East
The far-right AfD party has gained significant support in Gorlitz, indicating a shift in political dynamics in eastern Germany.
German 'grannies against the far-right' protest ahead of elections
The far-right party Alternative for Germany may become the strongest party in Thuringia and Saxony's state parliaments if it wins the upcoming elections.
German far-right politician accused of using political prisoners as cheap labour in Belarus
Foreign investor Jorg Dornau allegedly employs political prisoners on a farm in Belarus, raising ethical concerns about collaboration with authoritarian regimes.
Eastern German legislature elects mainstream conservative speaker after far-right election win
Thuringia's election of a conservative speaker defies norms amid AfD's rise, signaling potential challenges in governance.
'Political earthquake': What the far-right AfD state election win means for Germany
AfD achieved significant electoral gains in Thuringia and Saxony, but coalition challenges remain due to the political firewall against far-right parties.
A far-right party is looking for wins in 2 state elections in eastern Germany
The far-right Alternative for Germany may become the strongest party in state elections, posing challenges to the national government.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024
The far-right AfD is poised to overtake the SPD in Brandenburg, but faces political isolation as coalition options are limited.
Germany: Thuringia and Saxony elections propel far-right AfD DW 09/02/2024
The far-right AfD topped state elections in Germany, marking a significant political shift and challenge for the current coalition government.
Brandenburg election campaign wraps up ahead of elections on Sunday
The far-right AfD could surpass the SPD in Brandenburg, altering the political landscape significantly.
Germany's political landscape is more fractured than ever DW 09/13/2024
The far-right AfD emerged as a major political force in eastern Germany, signaling a shift away from traditional parties.
'Political earthquake': What the far-right AfD state election win means for Germany
AfD achieved significant electoral gains in Thuringia and Saxony, but coalition challenges remain due to the political firewall against far-right parties.
A far-right party is looking for wins in 2 state elections in eastern Germany
The far-right Alternative for Germany may become the strongest party in state elections, posing challenges to the national government.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024
The far-right AfD is poised to overtake the SPD in Brandenburg, but faces political isolation as coalition options are limited.
Germany: Thuringia and Saxony elections propel far-right AfD DW 09/02/2024
The far-right AfD topped state elections in Germany, marking a significant political shift and challenge for the current coalition government.
Brandenburg election campaign wraps up ahead of elections on Sunday
The far-right AfD could surpass the SPD in Brandenburg, altering the political landscape significantly.
Germany's political landscape is more fractured than ever DW 09/13/2024
The far-right AfD emerged as a major political force in eastern Germany, signaling a shift away from traditional parties.
Germany: AfD seeks further boost in Brandenburg election DW 09/22/2024
AfD is positioned for potential electoral gains in Brandenburg amid competitive polling against SPD.
Germany: Brandenburg election brings relief for ruling SPD DW 09/23/2024
The Brandenburg regional elections show a significant rise of the AfD, while traditional parties face major defeats, indicating a shift in the political landscape.
Germany: AfD seeks further boost in Brandenburg election DW 09/22/2024
AfD is positioned for potential electoral gains in Brandenburg amid competitive polling against SPD.
Germany: Brandenburg election brings relief for ruling SPD DW 09/23/2024
The Brandenburg regional elections show a significant rise of the AfD, while traditional parties face major defeats, indicating a shift in the political landscape.
Far right set to win in a German state for the first time since WWII
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has gained significant electoral momentum in Thuringia, emerging as a leading party, indicating a troubling shift in German politics.
German government reeling after regional election defeats DW 09/02/2024
The recent state elections in Germany indicate rising support for the far-right AfD and significant dissatisfaction with the federal government's performance.
Solingen knife attack heats up German election campaign DW 08/27/2024
The AfD's rise in polls highlights increasing public support for restrictive immigration policies amid recent violent incidents in Germany.
Far right set to win in a German state for the first time since WWII
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has gained significant electoral momentum in Thuringia, emerging as a leading party, indicating a troubling shift in German politics.
German government reeling after regional election defeats DW 09/02/2024
The recent state elections in Germany indicate rising support for the far-right AfD and significant dissatisfaction with the federal government's performance.
Solingen knife attack heats up German election campaign DW 08/27/2024
The AfD's rise in polls highlights increasing public support for restrictive immigration policies amid recent violent incidents in Germany.
The East Rises in Germany, and So Does Political Extremism
Anna Wenske, a former East German worker, expresses discontent over societal support for refugees vs. her own struggles post-reunification.
BSW: Germany's new populists challenge the far-right AfD DW 06/03/2024
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) poses a threat to the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) due to its unique position on economic and social issues.
The East Rises in Germany, and So Does Political Extremism
Anna Wenske, a former East German worker, expresses discontent over societal support for refugees vs. her own struggles post-reunification.
BSW: Germany's new populists challenge the far-right AfD DW 06/03/2024
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) poses a threat to the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) due to its unique position on economic and social issues.
Fact check: Far right claim media inflating size of protests DW 01/22/2024
1. Protests against far-right extremism and the AfD party took place across Germany, with an estimated 1.4 million people participating. 2. Investigative outlet Correctiv revealed a secret meeting of the AfD discussing expelling millions of foreigners and non-assimilated citizens. 3. Disinformation spread online, with far-right politicians questioning the number of protesters and spreading false information.
Berlinale: Germany's far-right AfD uninvited from film festival opening
Five far-right politicians from AfD were disinvited from the Berlinale opening gala due to their views contradicting democratic values.
Protests against AfD and right-wing extremism in Germany influenced the decision to exclude AfD members from the event.
Berlinale: U-turn on far-right AfD's invitation causes stir DW 02/15/2024
Controversy surrounds the Berlin International Film Festival after the disinvitation of politicians from Germany's far-right political party Alternative for Germany (AfD).
The festival's management duo withdrew invitations to five AfD politicians due to the party's 'explicitly antidemocratic positions.'
Fact check: Far right claim media inflating size of protests DW 01/22/2024
1. Protests against far-right extremism and the AfD party took place across Germany, with an estimated 1.4 million people participating. 2. Investigative outlet Correctiv revealed a secret meeting of the AfD discussing expelling millions of foreigners and non-assimilated citizens. 3. Disinformation spread online, with far-right politicians questioning the number of protesters and spreading false information.
Berlinale: Germany's far-right AfD uninvited from film festival opening
Five far-right politicians from AfD were disinvited from the Berlinale opening gala due to their views contradicting democratic values.
Protests against AfD and right-wing extremism in Germany influenced the decision to exclude AfD members from the event.
Berlinale: U-turn on far-right AfD's invitation causes stir DW 02/15/2024
Controversy surrounds the Berlin International Film Festival after the disinvitation of politicians from Germany's far-right political party Alternative for Germany (AfD).
The festival's management duo withdrew invitations to five AfD politicians due to the party's 'explicitly antidemocratic positions.'
German far-right dumps top aide over neo-Nazi scandal
Roland Hartwig, a close aide to the far-right Alternative for Germany's co-leader Alice Weidel, is no longer working with the party's boss.
Hartwig and Weidel terminated their collaboration 'with immediate effect and by mutual agreement' after he was found to have attended a meeting with neo-Nazi activists.
Pro-Palestine protesters say they were shunned at German antifascist march
Pro-Palestine supporters faced discrimination at a recent march against the far-right in Berlin
The far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is hostile towards people with migrant backgrounds and has an aggressive stance on Palestine
German far-right dumps top aide over neo-Nazi scandal
Roland Hartwig, a close aide to the far-right Alternative for Germany's co-leader Alice Weidel, is no longer working with the party's boss.
Hartwig and Weidel terminated their collaboration 'with immediate effect and by mutual agreement' after he was found to have attended a meeting with neo-Nazi activists.
Pro-Palestine protesters say they were shunned at German antifascist march
Pro-Palestine supporters faced discrimination at a recent march against the far-right in Berlin
The far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is hostile towards people with migrant backgrounds and has an aggressive stance on Palestine
German court cuts funding to hardline far-right party
The German Constitutional Court has ruled that state funding can be cut off to far-right political parties, even if they are not banned.
The decision to strip state funding from the far-right Homeland party (Die Heimat) could potentially pave the way for similar actions against the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
Germany's far-right AfD could face legal challenges DW 01/22/2024
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is currently experiencing high levels of support in opinion polls, despite being classified as right-wing extremist.
The German Bundestag is debating how to address the AfD, with a motion submitted by the governing parliamentary factions focusing on defending democracy against the party.
German court cuts funding to hardline far-right party
The German Constitutional Court has ruled that state funding can be cut off to far-right political parties, even if they are not banned.
The decision to strip state funding from the far-right Homeland party (Die Heimat) could potentially pave the way for similar actions against the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
Germany's far-right AfD could face legal challenges DW 01/22/2024
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is currently experiencing high levels of support in opinion polls, despite being classified as right-wing extremist.
The German Bundestag is debating how to address the AfD, with a motion submitted by the governing parliamentary factions focusing on defending democracy against the party.
Top German court strips financing of extremist right party DW 01/23/2024
Germany's Constitutional Court ruled that the extremist party Die Heimat (formerly NPD) should have its state subsidies withdrawn and tax relief canceled for six years.
The ruling could have implications for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and discussions around similar measures being taken against them.