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 – Frankfurt against the AfD”, marching in the financial heart of Germany. On January 10, a report by investigative outlet Correctiv revealed that AfD members had discussed the expulsion of immigrants and “non-assimilated citizens” at a meeting with other far-right activists. “If everything is true as reported, then that is absolutely disgusting,” said Siemens Energy’s supervisory board chairman Joe Kaeser in an interview with Reuters news agency published on Saturday.

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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
1 month, 4 weeks 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
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Germans protest at conservative cooperation with far right on migration
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Germans protest at conservative cooperation with far right on migration

Al Jazeera  

Protesters say CDU head Friedrich Merz broke post-Nazi norm of never passing any rule with the support of far-right parties. Angry protesters came out in droves in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Cologne and Leipzig on Sunday to oppose Friedrich Merz and the move by his Christian Democratic Union to pass a resolution in parliament with the support of the far-right nationalist …

Protesters rally against German party leader who pushed migration proposal backed by far-right
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Now Germany looks to ban all asylum seekers: Centrist party unveils radical plan to close borders as Europe gets tough on migrants
2 months ago

Now Germany looks to ban all asylum seekers: Centrist party unveils radical plan to close borders as Europe gets tough on migrants

Daily Mail  

A leading German politician has unveiled a plan to crack down on migration, promising to table controversial motions that would immediately bring about a blanket ban on all illegal migrants entering the country. The AfD, currently sitting second in the polls behind Merz's conservative alliance, has been backed by US tech billionaire Elon Musk who sent supporters into raptures this …

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

A far-right party uses a mock plane ticket to campaign for deportations in Germany
2 months, 2 weeks ago

A far-right party uses a mock plane ticket to campaign for deportations in Germany

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German police were investigating an election campaign flyer by a far-right party that looks like a plane ticket and calls for the deportation of “illegal immigrants.” The flyer was published on the website of the Alternative for Germany party’s local Karlsruhe branch. It’s shaped like a boarding ticket and reads “only remigration can still save Germany.” It’s dated …

Anti-AfD protest highlights Germany's growing political divide
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Anti-AfD protest highlights Germany's growing political divide

China Daily  

Police officers stand in front of protesters, as the protesters block a road during a demonstration, near the venue for the far-right Alternative for Germany party congress in Riesa, Germany, Jan 11, 2025. Protesters shouted anti-fascist slogans including "No to Nazis" outside the venue of the AfD convention where co-leader Alice Weidel was chosen as the party's candidate for chancellor …

German far-right leader calls protestors ‘red-painted Nazis’ ahead of elections
2 months, 2 weeks ago

German far-right leader calls protestors ‘red-painted Nazis’ ahead of elections

Hindustan Times  

The far-right Alternative for Germany party set out a radical programme on Saturday at a party congress ahead of next month's snap general election as thousands of protesters took to the streets to voice their opposition to the party. AfD national chairwoman Alice Weidel Demonstrators shouting "No to Nazis" outside the venue in the eastern town of Riesa succeeded in …

Thousands protest at far-right AfD rally as German election campaign begins
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Thousands protest at far-right AfD rally as German election campaign begins

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. At a news conference in Hamburg, Mr Merz concentrated …

Thousands gather in Germany to protest far-right AfD congress
2 months, 2 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 …

JD Vance calls Elon Musk’s piece praising far-right German party AfD ‘interesting’
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2 months, 4 weeks ago

JD Vance calls Elon Musk’s piece praising far-right German party AfD ‘interesting’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vice President-elect JD Vance took to X to call an …

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,” …

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 …

Germany’s Far-Right Party Is Running Hateful Ads on Facebook and Instagram
10 months ago

Germany’s Far-Right Party Is Running Hateful Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Wired  

Earlier this month, a German court ruled that the country’s nationalist far-right party, Alternative for Germany, was potentially “extremist” and could warrant surveillance by the country’s intelligence apparatus. Overlaid text reads, “AfD reveals: 686,000 illegal foreigners live at our expense!” Ekō was also able to identify at least three ads that appear to have used generative AI to manipulate images, …

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 …

Why are Germans protesting against the far-right AfD party? | Explained
1 year, 2 months ago

Why are Germans protesting against the far-right AfD party? | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: Hundreds of thousands of protestors have descended on German streets over the last week, with banners reading “Nazis, no thank you” and “It feels like 1933, AfD ban now.” The nationwide demonstrations unfolded in response to a media report, which said members of the far-right Alternative for Germany party allegedly participated in a meeting to discuss …

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 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  

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 …

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  

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 Germany's governing parties assailed a …

Why Germans are protesting against a political party and comparing it to Nazis
1 year, 2 months ago

Why Germans are protesting against a political party and comparing it to Nazis

Firstpost  

Thousands of people across Germany have taken to the streets against a political party. Reuters Sky News quoted the party as saying that its members attended the meet in a ‘purely personal capacity.’ However, some AfD MPs have come out in favour of the plan. “And even from people who are not AfD sympathizers or voters, the collateral damage would …

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

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday sharply condemned alleged plans by members of far-right groups who supposedly met recently at a mansion outside Berlin to devise a plot to deport millions of immigrants, even those with German citizenship, if the groups take power. “Anyone who opposes our free democratic order” is a case for Germany’s domestic intelligence office …

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  

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 German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on …

Olaf Scholz condemns far-Right plan to deport millions of immigrants
1 year, 2 months ago

Olaf Scholz condemns far-Right plan to deport millions of immigrants

The Telegraph  

Olaf Scholz has strongly condemned a secret meeting at a mansion outside Berlin where far-Right groups drew up plans for deporting millions of immigrants, including German citizens. The plan, revealed by the German investigative group Correctiv, has sent shockwaves across Germany given its echoes of Nazi ideology, notably the expulsion of those of non-German ethnic origin. Mr Scholz, the German …

German opposition leader takes aim at migration but largely rules out working with far right
1 year, 8 months ago

German opposition leader takes aim at migration but largely rules out working with far right

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany’s conservative opposition leader said Tuesday that large-scale migration is one of the country’s biggest problems and the main reason for a recent surge in support for the far right. “It’s not radical right-wing, national-socialist conviction but rather it’s two-thirds protest,” Merz said of recent poll numbers, which put AfD’s nationwide support at 20%. German news agency dpa …

Germany braces for far-left protests after activists are jailed over attacks on neo-Nazis
1 year, 9 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% …

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 …

100 far-right protesters confronted by 5,000 counter demonstrators in Germany
5 years, 4 months ago

100 far-right protesters confronted by 5,000 counter demonstrators in Germany

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 far-right march billed as …

Far-right lawmakers walk out of Holocaust tribute in Bavaria
6 years, 2 months ago

Far-right lawmakers walk out of Holocaust tribute in Bavaria

Associated Press  

BERLIN — More than a dozen state lawmakers from a German far-right party walked out of the Bavarian parliament during a tribute to Holocaust victims Wednesday after a Jewish leader accused the Alternative for Germany of playing down the crimes of Nazis. The state lawmakers stood up and walked out after Holocaust survivor Charlotte Knobloch, the former head of Germany’s …

Protesters Throng Berlin In Massive Rally To Support 'Open And Free Society'
6 years, 5 months ago

Protesters Throng Berlin In Massive Rally To Support 'Open And Free Society'

NPR  

Protesters Throng Berlin In Massive Rally To Support 'Open And Free Society' Enlarge this image toggle caption Sean Gallup/Getty Images Sean Gallup/Getty Images When German organizers pulled together a demonstration in Berlin to support "an open and free society," they had some ambitious goals. German Chancellor Angela Merkel and her fellow conservatives are suffering from low approval ratings, partly because …

Outcry as Jews create own group in German far-right party
6 years, 5 months ago

Outcry as Jews create own group in German far-right party

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Jewish members of the far-right Alternative for Germany party, or AfD, met in the southwestern German city of Wiesbaden on Sunday to create a Jewish section within the party — a move that drew strong condemnation from other Jews. “The AfD is the only party in Germany that makes anti-Semitism by Muslims a topic without trivializing it,” Dimitri …

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