Alternative for Germany
With AfD gaining traction in eastern Germany, what would a far Right win mean for Jews? - analysis
An AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt could portend wider-scale momentum, while the party defends antisemitism accusations by saying that it supports Israel and sees it as a model to follow.
German far-right lawmaker goes on trial charged with using Nazi slogan
'It's called saving lives': Elon Musk, Germany squabble over illegal immigration
Should Israel continue to boycott right-wing parties in Germany? - opinion
German lawmakers want security review after failed coup plot
Sebastian Hartmann: "The Bundestag should also review its security concept. Personally, I feel safe, but my confidence is not boundless."
German far-right party put under surveillance first time since Nazi era
The Central Council of Jews in Germany welcomed the decision, saying: "The AfD's destructive politics undermine our democratic institutions and discredit democracy among citizens."
Rise in German antisemitism, extremism has Jews questioning their future
Several reports have shown that right-wing extremism has even seeped into the country’s police forces, including one elite squad that the government disbanded over its “toxic leadership.”
Siemens head receives threats from ‘Adolf Hitler’ email
On July 12, Joe Kaeser took it to Twitter to denounce the threats, posting the message sent from 'adolf.hitler@nsdap.de' earlier this month.
German parliament slated to debate ban of Hezbollah
"Germany does not classify Hezbollah as a a terrorist organization, it may continue to collect donations and propaganda. That must have an end," said one German politician.
Merkel condemns far-right xenophobia, Nazi slogans
In a speech to parliament the chancellor responded to remarks by far-right leader who accused her of spreading fake news.
Pressure grows on German spy chief over Chemnitz protests
Merkel on Thursday accused the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party of using violent protests over the Chemnitz stabbing to stir up ethnic tension.
German city hit by far-right violence braces for rival protests
After the fatal stabbing in Chemnitz, its leaders said the violent riots that followed were understandable.
Germany's AfD decides not to expel critic of Holocaust memorial
Bjoern Hoecke criticized the memorial in Berlin to victims of the Nazi Holocaust as a "monument of shame."
Who could wield the knife? Scenarios for a Merkel exit
"It is clear to everyone that the chancellor is going into her last term."
