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German politician resigns over swastika on ballot DW 07/25/2025

Daniel Born acknowledged his wrongdoing, stating he committed a 'serious mistake' during the election for deputy members to the Upper Rhine Council by drawing a swastika on a ballot.

Germany politics

Germany's AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The far-right AfD party's rise is fueled by fears and conspiracy theories, reflecting a shift in German politics.

Charting the rise of Germany's far-right AfD party

The AfD has become Germany's second largest party, doubling its vote share and significantly impacting the political landscape.

Conservatives poised to win German election but far-right AfD doubles support

CDU/CSU wins Germany's election, but AfD's rise complicates coalition building.

Friedrich Merz likely to lead the coalition with around 29% of the votes.

AfD achieves historic election success, garnering nearly 20% of the votes.

Centrist parties resist cooperation with far-right AfD despite its significant gains.

Germany at a crossroads: the reprise of the far right photo essay

The political climate in Germany is increasingly heated due to the rise of the far-right AfD and growing incidents of political violence.

Germany's AfD in the Bundestag: 'We have a reason to worry' DW 03/01/2025

The AfD gained significant electoral support, reinforcing its influence in German politics but threatening democratic values.

fromwww.thelocal.de

Inside Germany: Can we change the conversation on immigration?

The recent German elections showcase rising anti-immigration sentiments and the AfD's growing influence despite being sidelined from coalition government.

Germany's AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The far-right AfD party's rise is fueled by fears and conspiracy theories, reflecting a shift in German politics.

Charting the rise of Germany's far-right AfD party

The AfD has become Germany's second largest party, doubling its vote share and significantly impacting the political landscape.

Conservatives poised to win German election but far-right AfD doubles support

CDU/CSU wins Germany's election, but AfD's rise complicates coalition building.

Friedrich Merz likely to lead the coalition with around 29% of the votes.

AfD achieves historic election success, garnering nearly 20% of the votes.

Centrist parties resist cooperation with far-right AfD despite its significant gains.

Germany at a crossroads: the reprise of the far right photo essay

The political climate in Germany is increasingly heated due to the rise of the far-right AfD and growing incidents of political violence.

Germany's AfD in the Bundestag: 'We have a reason to worry' DW 03/01/2025

The AfD gained significant electoral support, reinforcing its influence in German politics but threatening democratic values.

fromwww.thelocal.de

Inside Germany: Can we change the conversation on immigration?

The recent German elections showcase rising anti-immigration sentiments and the AfD's growing influence despite being sidelined from coalition government.

Germany: Conservatives scrutinize state support for NGOs DW 03/02/2025

Hundreds of thousands protested CDU's stricter migration policies, asserting that ties with far-right AfD violated political neutrality.

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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

Germany: Conservatives scrutinize state support for NGOs DW 03/02/2025

Hundreds of thousands protested CDU's stricter migration policies, asserting that ties with far-right AfD violated political neutrality.

5 days ago

Germany news

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

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Germany updates: Bundestag remembers Srebrenica massacre DW 07/11/2025

Julia Klockner, president of the Bundestag, stated, 'Srebrenica was the worst war crime on European soil since World War II.' The massacre resulted from UN peacekeeping forces' inaction to protect refugees.

Germany news

Exclusive: Alice Weidel on Her Far-Right AfD Party's Rise, Elon Musk's Support, and the German Election

Elon Musk's endorsement significantly boosts the far-right AfD in Germany, indicating a shift in political support for fringe parties.

Support for the AfD is rising despite its extremist associations and public controversies.

Germany grapples with how to deal with far-right AfD DW 05/11/2025

The AfD is classified as 'confirmed right-wing extremist' by German intelligence, but it challenges this classification legally.

2 weeks ago

Germany politics

How one German state is blocking AfD members from civil service roles

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Exclusive: Alice Weidel on Her Far-Right AfD Party's Rise, Elon Musk's Support, and the German Election

Elon Musk's endorsement significantly boosts the far-right AfD in Germany, indicating a shift in political support for fringe parties.

Support for the AfD is rising despite its extremist associations and public controversies.

Germany grapples with how to deal with far-right AfD DW 05/11/2025

The AfD is classified as 'confirmed right-wing extremist' by German intelligence, but it challenges this classification legally.

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Germany politics

How one German state is blocking AfD members from civil service roles

Germany Can't Ban Its Way to Democracy

The AfD's rise showcases tensions between democracy and extremism in Germany, raising questions about legitimacy and system integrity.

Germany news

Alternative for Germany is listed as a 'right-wing extremist' party by domestic intelligence agency

The German domestic intelligence has classified the AfD party as a right-wing extremist organization, subjecting it to increased surveillance.

The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution expresses concerns about growing extremism in Germany.

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fromwww.independent.co.uk

Germany Can't Ban Its Way to Democracy

The AfD's rise showcases tensions between democracy and extremism in Germany, raising questions about legitimacy and system integrity.

Germany news

Alternative for Germany is listed as a 'right-wing extremist' party by domestic intelligence agency

The German domestic intelligence has classified the AfD party as a right-wing extremist organization, subjecting it to increased surveillance.

The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution expresses concerns about growing extremism in Germany.

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How Elon Musk used X to amplify Germany's far right ahead of election

Musk's promotion of AfD on X garnered attention but had limited impact on German voters.

Germany's far-right AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The AfD thrives on fear and conspiracy theories, framing Germany as on the brink of disaster.

Jurgen Elsasser, a key aficionado of the AfD, pushes alarming narratives to provoke fear and instigate action.

A country divided: Five key takeaways from the German election

Merz's alliance faced a historic low with 29% support, revealing voter skepticism about his leadership capabilities.

The Unabashedly Provocative Youth Driving Germany's Far Right

The AfD party is gaining youthful support, shifting its image and increasing its presence in German politics despite being labeled extremist.

The rise of the far right, global trade and Ukraine's future: why the German election matters visual explainer

Germany's next coalition government hinges on election outcomes, particularly regarding CDU's relationship with AfD and potential coalition partners.

German parliament sits for first time with AfD as main opposition

Germany's far-right AfD emerges as a strong opposition in a newly reformed parliament facing significant political challenges.

Pandemic of gender and diversity disparities in the new German parliament continues despite reforms.

fromWashington Post

How Elon Musk used X to amplify Germany's far right ahead of election

Musk's promotion of AfD on X garnered attention but had limited impact on German voters.

Germany's far-right AfD: Proxies for Trump and Russia DW 02/24/2025

The AfD thrives on fear and conspiracy theories, framing Germany as on the brink of disaster.

Jurgen Elsasser, a key aficionado of the AfD, pushes alarming narratives to provoke fear and instigate action.

A country divided: Five key takeaways from the German election

Merz's alliance faced a historic low with 29% support, revealing voter skepticism about his leadership capabilities.

The Unabashedly Provocative Youth Driving Germany's Far Right

The AfD party is gaining youthful support, shifting its image and increasing its presence in German politics despite being labeled extremist.

The rise of the far right, global trade and Ukraine's future: why the German election matters visual explainer

Germany's next coalition government hinges on election outcomes, particularly regarding CDU's relationship with AfD and potential coalition partners.

German parliament sits for first time with AfD as main opposition

Germany's far-right AfD emerges as a strong opposition in a newly reformed parliament facing significant political challenges.

Pandemic of gender and diversity disparities in the new German parliament continues despite reforms.

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How a Demographic Doom Loop' Helped Germany's Far Right

The AfD's electoral success reflects societal shifts driven by immigration and demographic change in Germany, especially in the former East regions.

fromeuronews

Germany's AfD files lawsuit over 'right-wing extremist' designation

The AfD has sued the German constitutional protection agency for designating them as a right-wing extremist party.

How a Demographic Doom Loop' Helped Germany's Far Right

The AfD's electoral success reflects societal shifts driven by immigration and demographic change in Germany, especially in the former East regions.

fromeuronews

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Germany's AfD files lawsuit over 'right-wing extremist' designation

The AfD has sued the German constitutional protection agency for designating them as a right-wing extremist party.

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All the facts about Germany's far-right AfD leader Alice Weidel and her girlfriend

Germany's recent federal elections saw a significant rise in support for the far-right AfD, marking a historic shift in the political landscape.

Germany's future: What's next after vote for change? DW 02/24/2025

CDU/CSU won the most votes in the 2025 federal election but fell short of a governing majority and ruled out coalition with AfD.

World reacts to Merz' German election win amid warnings on far-right surge

Friedrich Merz's victory in German elections prompts global reactions, highlighting support for him and concern over the AfD's significant electoral gains.

German far-right AfD sees historic gains, still out of power DW 02/23/2025

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has become the second largest political force in Germany, nearly doubling its support from 2021.

Germany Election Maps: How Conservatives Regained Power

Voters turned against the left-oriented government in favor of the conservative CDU/CSU, signaling a demand for better economic and immigration policies.

German election: Immigration and economy key issues DW 02/22/2025

The election reveals a strong public desire for political change in Germany after years of left-wing governance.

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All the facts about Germany's far-right AfD leader Alice Weidel and her girlfriend

Germany's recent federal elections saw a significant rise in support for the far-right AfD, marking a historic shift in the political landscape.

Germany's future: What's next after vote for change? DW 02/24/2025

CDU/CSU won the most votes in the 2025 federal election but fell short of a governing majority and ruled out coalition with AfD.

World reacts to Merz' German election win amid warnings on far-right surge

Friedrich Merz's victory in German elections prompts global reactions, highlighting support for him and concern over the AfD's significant electoral gains.

German far-right AfD sees historic gains, still out of power DW 02/23/2025

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has become the second largest political force in Germany, nearly doubling its support from 2021.

Germany Election Maps: How Conservatives Regained Power

Voters turned against the left-oriented government in favor of the conservative CDU/CSU, signaling a demand for better economic and immigration policies.

German election: Immigration and economy key issues DW 02/22/2025

The election reveals a strong public desire for political change in Germany after years of left-wing governance.

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fromeuronews

AfD's Krah to join German parliament despite controversial past

Maximillian Krah resigned from leading the AfD after making controversial statements regarding the Nazi SS.

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.

IN NUMBERS: What happened in the German election?

High voter turnout of 82.5% highlights increased political engagement in Germany, with the far-right AfD party making significant electoral gains.

fromThe Nation

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.

IN NUMBERS: What happened in the German election?

High voter turnout of 82.5% highlights increased political engagement in Germany, with the far-right AfD party making significant electoral gains.

Conservatives set to win German election as far-right AfD surges, exit polls show

The conservative parties are leading the German election with significant support, while the far-right AfD has made historic gains.

Election analysis: Germany votes for change DW 02/24/2025

The CDU/CSU won the most votes but requires coalition partners to govern after the 2025 federal election.

German election: Friedrich Merz urges 'independence' from US DW 02/23/2025

Germany's conservative bloc leads the polls with 29%, indicating a shift in political power dynamics against the far-right AfD.

The 2025 German election in charts DW 02/18/2025

The CDU and CSU lead in election polls, while the AfD gains popularity ahead of Germany's next election.

fromwww.thelocal.de

Conservatives set to win German election as far-right AfD surges, exit polls show

The conservative parties are leading the German election with significant support, while the far-right AfD has made historic gains.

Election analysis: Germany votes for change DW 02/24/2025

The CDU/CSU won the most votes but requires coalition partners to govern after the 2025 federal election.

German election: Friedrich Merz urges 'independence' from US DW 02/23/2025

Germany's conservative bloc leads the polls with 29%, indicating a shift in political power dynamics against the far-right AfD.

The 2025 German election in charts DW 02/18/2025

The CDU and CSU lead in election polls, while the AfD gains popularity ahead of Germany's next election.

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Germany has voted. But what kind of government will it have?

The CDU/CSU won the election but lacks a governing majority, complicating coalition negotiations in Germany.

German election: Conservatives emerge as largest party DW 02/23/2025

CDU/CSU leads German elections with 29%, potentially setting the stage for Friedrich Merz as the next chancellor.

Germany has voted. But what kind of government will it have?

The CDU/CSU won the election but lacks a governing majority, complicating coalition negotiations in Germany.

German election: Conservatives emerge as largest party DW 02/23/2025

CDU/CSU leads German elections with 29%, potentially setting the stage for Friedrich Merz as the next chancellor.

Fact check: How Elon Musk meddled in Germany's elections DW 02/21/2025

Elon Musk is influencing Germany's elections by supporting the far-right AfD party and spreading misinformation through his social media.

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