One chart that shows the far right is getting more popular in Germany
9 years, 1 month ago

One chart that shows the far right is getting more popular in Germany

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Police in Germany said that around 1,700 people attended a rally last month organised by the far right anti-Islam Pegida movement in Cologne. open image in gallery Pegida supporters gather in Dresden, eastern Germany, on 6 February, 2016 The police described the rioters as mostly football hooligans who had broken away from a march through Leipzig by 2,000 members of Legida, a local branch of the anti-Muslim movement Pegida, demanding that Merkel leave office. Some have linked the alarming increase in participation in far right demonstrations to the tensions in German society in the wake of Chancellor Merkel’s open-door policy towards refugees fleeing to Europe.

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Massive protests erupt in 150 cities in Germany ahead of snap elections on February 23: Here's why
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Massive protests erupt in 150 cities in Germany ahead of snap elections on February 23: Here's why

Firstpost  

In a little over a week, Germans are to head to the polls in what has been described as one of the country’s most crucial elections in recent history, given the rise of far-right party AfD, among other factors As many as 100,000 people showed up to the protests spread across 150 cities in Germany. File image/AP Tens of thousands …

Massive protests erupt in 150 cities in Germany ahead of snap elections on February 23: Here's why
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Massive protests erupt in 150 cities in Germany ahead of snap elections on February 23: Here's why

Firstpost  

In a little over a week, Germans are to head to the polls in what has been described as one of the country’s most crucial elections in recent history, given the rise of far-right party AfD, among other factors As many as 100,000 people showed up to the protests spread across 150 cities in Germany. File image/AP Tens of thousands …

At least 200,000 protesters rally in Munich against far-right AfD ahead of German election
1 month, 3 weeks ago

At least 200,000 protesters rally in Munich against far-right AfD ahead of German election

Associated Press  

MUNICH, Germany — More than 200,000 protesters rallied in Munich, Germany, on Saturday against far-right extremism ahead of the country’s general election. The event’s organizer estimated the crowd could be up to 320,000 people, many of whom carried signs against the AfD with slogans like, “Racism and hatred is not an alternative.” The protest was supported by activist groups as …

Protesters rally in Berlin against immigration bill backed by far-right AfD
2 months ago

Protesters rally in Berlin against immigration bill backed by far-right AfD

Firstpost  

Around 160,000 gathered at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, next to the Bundestag lower house, according to the Berlin police. The protesters held banners reading ‘We are the firewall, no cooperation with the AfD’ and ‘Merz, go home, shame on you’ People light up their mobile phones during a protest against the migration plans of the CDU party leader and top candidate …

Protesters rally against German party leader who pushed migration proposal backed by far-right
2 months ago

Protesters rally against German party leader who pushed migration proposal backed by far-right

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Tens of thousands took to the streets across Germany on the weekend to protest against the center-right leader and front-runner in a Feb. 25 election for sending to parliament proposals for tough new migration rules that received the backing of a far-right party. Angry protesters in Hamburg, Munich, Cologne and Leipzig said that Friedrich Merz and his Christian …

Protesters rally against German party leader who pushed migration proposal backed by far-right
2 months ago

Protesters rally against German party leader who pushed migration proposal backed by far-right

LA Times  

People hold signs stand in front of the Reichstag in Berlin during a demonstration on Sunday. Angry protesters in Hamburg, Munich, Cologne and Leipzig said that Friedrich Merz and his Christian Democrats broke Germany’s unwritten post-Nazi promise by all democratic parties to never pass any rule or resolution in parliament with the support of far-right, nationalist parties such as the …

Thousands protest the rise of German far right ahead of Feb. 23 general election
2 months, 1 week ago

Thousands protest the rise of German far right ahead of Feb. 23 general election

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Thousands of Germans on Saturday protested in Berlin and other cities against the rise of the far-right and anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany party ahead of a Feb. 23 general election. At Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, participants lighted up their phones, blew whistles and sang anti-fascist songs, and in Cologne, protesters carried banners denouncing AfD. Merz said Friday that his …

Thousands in Germany protest the rise of the far right ahead of next month’s election
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2 months, 1 week ago

Thousands in Germany protest the rise of the far right ahead of next month’s election

LA Times  

People hold up their phones as they protest the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD party, and right-wing extremism in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on Saturday. At Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, a huge crowd blew whistles, sang anti-fascist songs and carried banners denouncing Alternative for Germany, or AfD. Saturday’s protests took place while AfD opened its election campaign …

Thousands gather in Germany to protest far-right AfD congress
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Thousands gather in Germany to protest far-right AfD congress

Al Jazeera  

Thousands attempted to block delegates from attending meeting where Alice Weidel was chosen as the AfD’s candidate for chancellor in next month’s election. Thousands of protesters shouting “No to Nazis” gathered in the German town of Riesa, where the far-right Alternative for Germany party held a key convention approving co-leader Alice Weidel as candidate for chancellor in next month’s snap …

Watch: Germany’s far-right AfD party protests after deadly Christmas market attack
3 months, 1 week ago

Watch: Germany’s far-right AfD party protests after deadly Christmas market attack

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Watch as Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany party held …

Germany’s AfD rallies in Magdeburg, site of deadly Christmas market attack
3 months, 1 week ago

Germany’s AfD rallies in Magdeburg, site of deadly Christmas market attack

Al Jazeera  

The far-right party holds ‘memorial’ rally for victims of car-ramming attack that has inflamed debate on migrant and security policy. Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany party has held what it calls a “memorial” rally for the victims of a car-ramming attack on a Christmas market that has inflamed debate on migrant and security policy. “Terror has arrived in our city,” …

Neo-Nazis Are on the March Across America
55 years, 3 months ago

Neo-Nazis Are on the March Across America

Wired  

On November 16, eleven days after the presidential election, a dozen neo-Nazis from a group called Hate Club 1488 brazenly marched through Columbus, Ohio, carrying swastika flags and shouting racial slurs. “Cheaper gas will make it easier to spread White Power across the whole country.” Days after the election, a group of neo-Nazis gathered outside a community theater production of …

UK riots: Why did the far-right not turn up last night?
7 months, 3 weeks ago

UK riots: Why did the far-right not turn up last night?

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Police hail ‘turning point’ in fight against far-right riots ahead of weekend rallies
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Police hail ‘turning point’ in fight against far-right riots ahead of weekend rallies

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Chairman of National Police Chief’s Council Gavin Stephens confirmed …

‘Hate not welcome’: Thousands of anti-racism protesters take to streets in show of defiance against far right
7 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Hate not welcome’: Thousands of anti-racism protesters take to streets in show of defiance against far right

The Independent  

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German far-right party reelects its leaders after election gains while opponents protest
9 months ago

German far-right party reelects its leaders after election gains while opponents protest

Associated Press  

BERLIN — The far-right Alternative for Germany reelected its leadership duo Saturday after the party made gains in the recent European election, while thousands of people protested against its convention and some demonstrators tried to block roads or clashed with police. Two officers were kicked in the head while a politician was being escorted through a group of protesters and …

German far-right party opens convention after strong election showing. Opponents gather to protest
9 months ago

German far-right party opens convention after strong election showing. Opponents gather to protest

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Germans thought they were immune to nationalism after confronting their Nazi past. They were wrong
1 year ago

Germans thought they were immune to nationalism after confronting their Nazi past. They were wrong

Associated Press  

BERLIN — When Sabine Thonke joined a recent demonstration in Berlin against Germany’s far-right party, it was the first time in years she felt hopeful that the growing power of the extremists in her country could be stopped. FILE - People gather to protest against the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD party, and right-wing extremism in front of the …

At least 150,000 gather in Berlin to protest the far right
1 year, 1 month ago

At least 150,000 gather in Berlin to protest the far right

Associated Press  

BERLIN — At least 150,000 people gathered in front of the German national parliament Saturday afternoon to protest against the far right, the latest in a string of large weekend demonstrations across Germany. The pro-democracy demonstrations started three weeks ago after the investigative journalists’ group Correctiv published an article saying that right-wing extremists had recently met to discuss deporting millions …

At least 150,000 gather in Berlin to protest the far right
1 year, 1 month ago

At least 150,000 gather in Berlin to protest the far right

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least 150,000 people gathered …

Auschwitz survivor decries rise of the far right and increased antisemitism in Germany
1 year, 2 months ago

Auschwitz survivor decries rise of the far right and increased antisemitism in Germany

Associated Press  

BERLIN — A Jewish survivor of the Auschwitz death camp told Germany’s parliament Wednesday that she is appalled by the rising strength of the far right in the country and increasing antisemitism in the wake of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that triggered the war in the Gaza Strip. “It pains me when schoolchildren are again afraid of going to …

German president calls for alliance against extremism as protests against far right draw thousands
1 year, 2 months ago

German president calls for alliance against extremism as protests against far right draw thousands

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany’s president called Monday for a broad “alliance against extremism” in the wake of a report about far-right discussions of deporting millions of immigrants that prompted protests by hundreds of thousands of people. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met with employers and business associations, labor union leaders and others on to discuss social cohesion and the state of democracy in …

The popularity of a far-right party produces counter-rallies across Germany
1 year, 2 months ago

The popularity of a far-right party produces counter-rallies across Germany

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Hundreds of thousands of people in Germany turned out for a third weekend to protest the popularity and policies of the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD party. A rally in Hamburg took place Sunday with a theme of “For diversity and our democracy - Hamburg stands united against the AfD.” Organizers said that up to 100,000 people …

Protests against Germany's far right draw hundreds of thousands — in Munich, too many for safety
1 year, 2 months ago

Protests against Germany's far right draw hundreds of thousands — in Munich, too many for safety

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A protest against the far …

Tens of thousands flood protests against far right in Germany
1 year, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands flood protests against far right in Germany

The Hindu  

Tens of thousands gathered across Germany again on Sunday to protest the far-right AfD, after it emerged that party members discussed mass deportation plans at a meeting of extremists. Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who joined a demonstration last weekend, said any plan to expel immigrants or citizens alike amounted to "an attack against our democracy, and in turn, on all of …

Tens of thousands protest against Germany’s far-right over plans to mass deport migrants
1 year, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands protest against Germany’s far-right over plans to mass deport migrants

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tens of thousands of people …

Hundreds of thousands protest against far right in Germany
1 year, 2 months ago

Hundreds of thousands protest against far right in Germany

Al Jazeera  

Rallies to protest against the Alternative for Germany party are held in Berlin, Munich and other cities. While national polls show AfD in second place behind the main centre-right opposition bloc and ahead of the parties in the government, demonstrations against the far-right party gained momentum after a January 10 report from investigative news website Correctiv revealed that migration policies …

What’s behind mass protests against Germany’s far-right AfD party?
1 year, 2 months ago

What’s behind mass protests against Germany’s far-right AfD party?

Al Jazeera  

‘Nazis, no thank you’ and ‘It feels like 1933, AfD ban now!’ read some of the banners at protests across the country. Protests against the far-right Alternative for Germany party are gaining momentum in the European Union nation in the wake of a report that two senior party members joined a November meeting in Berlin, where planned mass deportation of …

Protests against Germany’s far right gain new momentum after report on meeting of extremists
1 year, 2 months ago

Protests against Germany’s far right gain new momentum after report on meeting of extremists

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Tens of thousands of people protested the far right in cities across Germany on Saturday, attending events with slogans such as “Never Again is Now,” “Against Hate” and “Defend Democracy.” The large crowds were the latest in a series of demonstrations that have been gaining momentum in recent days. The protests also build on growing anxiety over the …

Tens of thousands protest in Germany against the far right
1 year, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands protest in Germany against the far right

Al Jazeera  

Public outcry followed revelations that the far-right Alternative for Germany had discussed plans to mass deport immigrants. People protested in several cities and small towns on Saturday, with some mocking the Alternative for Germany party with signs saying “Fascism is not an alternative”, German media reported. Police said some 35,000 people joined a call under the banner “Defend democracy – …

Tens of thousands pack into a protest in Hamburg against Germany’s far right
1 year, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands pack into a protest in Hamburg against Germany’s far right

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Tens of thousands of people gathered Friday in Hamburg for a demonstration against the far right, and organizers said the protest was ended early because the mass of people led to safety concerns. Media outlet Correctiv last week reported on the alleged far-right meeting in November, which it said was attended by figures from the extremist Identitarian Movement …

Tens of thousands pack into a protest in Hamburg against Germany's far right
1 year, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands pack into a protest in Hamburg against Germany's far right

The Independent  

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German far-right party assailed over report of extremist meeting
1 year, 2 months ago

German far-right party assailed over report of extremist meeting

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany’s governing parties assailed a resurgent far-right opposition party on Thursday over a report that extremists recently met to discuss the deportation of millions of immigrants, including some with German citizenship, which has led to a string of protests in recent days. National polls currently show AfD in second place with support of over 20% — behind the …

German far-right party assailed over report of extremist meeting
1 year, 2 months ago

German far-right party assailed over report of extremist meeting

The Independent  

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Demonstrations against the far right held in Germany following a report on a deportation meeting
1 year, 2 months ago

Demonstrations against the far right held in Germany following a report on a deportation meeting

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Thousands of people gathered in Germany on Sunday for demonstrations against the far right, among them Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his foreign minister, following a report that extremists recently met to discuss the deportation of millions of immigrants, including German citizens, if they took power. Scholz and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock represent the Potsdam area in the German …

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power
1 year, 2 months ago

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

The Independent  

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Thousands march in Europe in the latest rallies against antisemitism stoked by the war in Gaza
1 year, 3 months ago

Thousands march in Europe in the latest rallies against antisemitism stoked by the war in Gaza

The Independent  

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Far-right extremism in Germany rose in 2022, now poses country’s biggest security threat
1 year, 9 months ago

Far-right extremism in Germany rose in 2022, now poses country’s biggest security threat

LA Times  

Masked police arrest an alleged far-right coup plotter after a raid on the so-called Reichsbuerger, or Reich Citizens, movement in Frankfurt, Germany, in December. Germany’s domestic intelligence agency said Tuesday that it has recorded a new high in crimes by political extremists in 2022, with the far right posing the biggest security threat to the country. The agency also counted …

Far-left protesters clash with police in Germany over jail term for woman who attacked neo-Nazis
1 year, 9 months ago

Far-left protesters clash with police in Germany over jail term for woman who attacked neo-Nazis

CNN  

CNN — Hundreds of far-left protesters clashed with police in the eastern German city of Leipzig on Saturday night, during demonstrations over jail terms handed down to several people convicted of vigilante attacks against neo-Nazis. Five people were arrested, all male German citizens aged 20 to 32 years old, Leipzig police said. “All the information available to the Leipzig police …

Germany braces for far-left protests after activists are jailed over attacks on neo-Nazis
1 year, 10 months ago

Germany braces for far-left protests after activists are jailed over attacks on neo-Nazis

CNN  

CNN — German police are preparing to mobilize in cities across the country on Saturday, with protests expected amid a mounting backlash after a court sent several left-wing militants to prison over attacks on neo-Nazis. “All the information available to the Leipzig police department suggests that protesters will still gather in Leipzig on Saturday despite the ban,” a Leipzig police …

Germany records rise in neo-Nazis, far-right extremists in pandemic-hit 2020
3 years, 9 months ago

Germany records rise in neo-Nazis, far-right extremists in pandemic-hit 2020

LA Times  

Police use water cannons to disperse anti-lockdown protesters near the Reichstag in Berlin in November. Authorities in Germany say that the number of far-right extremists in the country increased last year as neo-Nazis sought to join protests against pandemic-related restrictions. German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer said Tuesday that authorities counted 33,300 far-right extremists in 2020, an increase of almost 4% …

Over 50 police injured, 250 detained in Berlin May Day riots
3 years, 11 months ago

Over 50 police injured, 250 detained in Berlin May Day riots

The Independent  

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German far-right airs divisions over leader's criticism
4 years, 4 months ago

German far-right airs divisions over leader's criticism

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A leader of the far-right …

German leaders condemn far-right attempt to storm Reichstag
4 years, 7 months ago

German leaders condemn far-right attempt to storm Reichstag

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Senior German officials on Sunday condemned attempts by far-right protesters and others to storm the parliament building following a protest against the country’s pandemic restrictions. “Reich flags and right-wing extremist provocations in front of the German Bundestag are an unbearable attack on the heart of our democracy,” Germany’s president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, said Sunday. “I expect Interior Minister Horst …

Far-right extremists try to enter German parliament
4 years, 7 months ago

Far-right extremists try to enter German parliament

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Far-right extremists tried to storm the German parliament building Saturday following a protest against the country’s pandemic restrictions, but were intercepted by police and forcibly removed. Police ordered the protesters to disband halfway through their march around Berlin after participants refused to observe social distancing rules, but a rally near the capital’s iconic Brandenburg Gate took place as …

Berlin protest: Thousands rally against coronavirus restrictions in German capital
4 years, 7 months ago

Berlin protest: Thousands rally against coronavirus restrictions in German capital

The Independent  

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In Germany, racism is becoming more mainstream
5 years, 1 month ago

In Germany, racism is becoming more mainstream

Al Jazeera  

As politicians parrot far-right narratives, it is important to remind Germans of the ills of ethnic hatred. Indeed, since the rise of the far-right, anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim Alternative for Germany party to prominence in the 2017 general election, the racist claim that Germany is facing a “Muslim invasion” and that political elites are refusing to take action to stop this …

Germany mass shooting: Chants of ‘Nazis out’ as tens of thousands attend vigils for victims of far-right killer
5 years, 1 month ago

Germany mass shooting: Chants of ‘Nazis out’ as tens of thousands attend vigils for victims of far-right killer

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chants of “Nazis out” have …

Muslims in Germany call for action against far-right groups
5 years, 1 month ago

Muslims in Germany call for action against far-right groups

Al Jazeera  

‘Actions must follow words,’ said the cousin of one of those killed in Hanau on Wednesday night. “He had racist opinions – that’s why he went to this location.” Before he spoke at a rally in Hanau’s main square on Thursday night, calling the murders an “act of terror”, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met with families of the victims, including …

Far-Right Mass Shooting Targeting Immigrants in Germany Kills Nine
5 years, 1 month ago

Far-Right Mass Shooting Targeting Immigrants in Germany Kills Nine

Slate  

A gunman opened fire on two hookah bars near Frankfurt Wednesday night, killing nine people in an attack apparently targeting immigrants in the German city. “While violent crime is relatively rare in Germany, the country has experienced a rise in far-right and Islamist terrorism as well as an organized-crime wave,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “According to Germany’s domestic intelligence …

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