right-wing populist, in parts extreme right-wing political party in Germany
Maximilian Krah: Public Prosecutor General's Office initiates preliminary investigations
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Exchange of blows on Illner: Amann to Chrupalla: "Should stick on a Russian flag"
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Quick Glance: Clash over AfD's Corruption Allegations
- Despite corruption allegations, the AfD stands by its EU lead candidates, sparking a heated debate on 'Maybrit Illner.'
- Concerns arise over potential bribery involving Krah and Bystron, despite no legal guilt being proven.
- Internal distancing within the AfD and criticism of a lack of transparency regarding the candidates ensue.
- The discussion concludes with the possibility of the AfD's list changes for the European elections being invalidated.
Possible espionage for China: Krah's office accessed secret documents in the trade committee
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Quick Glance: Krah's Office Obtained Sensitive Data in Trade Committee for China
- Maximilian Krah's office, an AfD politician in the EU Parliament, accessed sensitive data in the Trade Committee.
- An employee of Krah was arrested on suspicion of leaking internal information to a Chinese intelligence agency.
- There were multiple requests from Krah's office for documents classified as sensitive or restricted, but none for confidential papers.
- The EU Parliament is internally investigating due to limited information from national intelligence services, and there are probes into possible payments to EU parliamentarians from Russia.
Allegations against AfD politician: Petr Bystron allegedly complained about banknotes being too large
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Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Financing: AfD Politician Bystron's Alleged Complaints Over Cash Denominations
- New evidence suggests that AfD politician Petr Bystron may have received money from Russia.
- The Czech government exposed an influence operation involving the flow of money to pro-Russian politicians.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from Artem Martschewskyj, an associate of Vladimir Putin.
- Incriminating audio recordings and video surveillance indicate that Bystron may have accepted money.
Lawsuit over cover: AfD politician Krah is no longer allowed to sell his book: Because he did not respect the usage rights for a picture of the Maulbronn ...
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Quick Glance: State Halts Sale of AfD Politician's Book
- The state of Baden-Württemberg has halted the sale of a book by AfD politician Maximilian Krah due to a photo of Maulbronn Monastery on the cover.
- The state court in Karlsruhe ruled in favor of the state's injunction as images from the monastery were used without permission from the owner.
- There is ongoing scrutiny to ensure the book is not being sold. Krah and another AfD politician are under scrutiny for possible ties to pro-Russian networks and espionage.
- Krah is the AfD's lead candidate for the European elections, while one of his staff members was arrested for alleged spying for China.
AfD leader Chrupalla at Miosga: "Everyone who knows me appreciates me": Caren Miosga invites AfD chairman Tino Chrupalla to her show - and he gets a lot of space ...
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Quick Glance: AfD Leader Chrupalla: Self-Presentation and Critical Discussion
- Caren Miosga presents AfD leader Tino Chrupalla as a friendly next-door painter who evades critical questions.
- The discussion touches on the Russia ties of AfD politicians, lack of evidence, and sexism within the party.
- Chrupalla portrays himself as a down-to-earth private individual with vague political ambitions.
- Topics like economic policy, labor shortages, childcare, and integration are discussed, while critical confrontations fall flat.
Björn Höcke doesn't even want to know "Mein Kampf": Trial in Halle: Björn Höcke is on trial in Halle because of the phrase "Everything for Germany" ...
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Quick Glance: Höcke: Innocent of Using Banned SA Slogan
- AfD politician Björn Höcke asserts his innocence in court regarding the use of a banned SA slogan.
- Höcke explains that he referred to the AfD Sachsen-Anhalt election program and was unaware of the SA slogan.
- He defends his choice of words with a free interpretation and emphasizes his lack of knowledge about the SA slogan.
- The court hints that Höcke might receive a fine without losing his eligibility, based on the current proceedings.
Young people like the AfD: it's the easiest party to provoke with.: The AfD is the most popular party among young people in Germany today. That is hardly ...
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AfD | Petr Bystron: Videos and audio recordings incriminate the politician: The AfD politician Petr Bystron is suspected of having accepted money from sources ...
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Quick Glance: Suspicion of Russian Money Payments: Incriminating Video Recordings of AfD Politician Bystron
- Czech authorities possess incriminating video recordings of AfD politician Petr Bystron receiving packages.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from pro-Moscow channels, supported by audio and video evidence.
- The influence operation of »Voice of Europe« led to money flowing to Kremlin-friendly politicians in the EU.
- Bystron is accused of accepting money, prompting preliminary investigations for alleged bribery.
There are also new allegations against Bystron: Kremlin wrote a “manifesto” for the AfD
n-tv.de/politik/Kreml-schrieb-Manifest-fuer-die-AfD-article24904060.html
Bundestag on the espionage affair: The AfD "betrays and sells out the German people"
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Strategy for the AfD from the Kremlin?: The AfD likes to appear patriotic. But this image is crumbling after the latest espionage allegations ...
tagesschau.de/inland/innenpolitik/kreml-strategiepapier-afd-100.html
AfD popular among young people - Green politician wants to adapt curricula: A study revealed that 22 percent of 14-year-olds up to 29 year olds would vote AfD - ...
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Kremlin designed concept to achieve “majority in elections at all levels” for AfD
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Survey before European elections: AfD loses support after espionage scandal: The allegations of possible influence by Russia and China on the AfD concern many ...
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After espionage scandals: expert warns against AfD: It is the second scandal involving the AfD, in which authoritarian regimes are said to be involved ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/26/ist-das-europa-parlament-von-spionage-bedroht-experte-warnt-vor-afd
Young people vote AfD - unfortunately it's not just protest (opinion): The AfD is the most popular party among the under-30s. If you really want to stand up ...
stern.de/gesellschaft/junge-menschen-waehlen-afd---das-ist-leider-nicht-nur-protest--meinung--34660808.html
ZDF “Political Barometer”: Greens make significant gains - AfD with worst value in eleven months
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Quick Glance: Greens Gain Approval - AfD Hits Lowest Score
- The Greens have gained three percentage points in the opinion poll, now standing at 15 percent, tied with the SPD.
- The CDU/CSU remains the strongest force at 30 percent, followed by the AfD, dropping to 17 percent, their lowest score in nearly a year.
- Despite dissatisfaction with the government, the Greens increase their approval, while the FDP is held responsible for coalition disputes.
- In surveys, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius enjoys the highest popularity, while the Forschungsgruppe Wahlen surveyed 1228 eligible voters.
AfD politician Krah on accusations against employee: "I won't go in sackcloth and ashes myself"
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The former CDU chairman and candidate for chancellor Armin Laschet accuses the AfD of treason in connection with the current espionage scandal.
Study: Low mood and shift to the right among the younger generation: After coronavirus, other crises are now dampening the mood of teenagers and young adults ...
fr.de/politik/studie-stimmungstief-und-rechtsruck-bei-junger-generation-zr-93027880.html
Study on young people in Germany: The traffic light parties have created a new generation of protest voters
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Germany's far-right AfD party is mired in scandal: After a series of electoral successes in 2023, the party has faced a series of major scandals. Most recently ...
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Huber on ntv Frühstart: "The AfD is a danger for Germany": The top candidate is no longer acceptable, the AfD is a danger to Germany: clear words from CSU ...
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A new youth study shows: The AfD is gaining huge support among people aged between 14 and 29. If federal elections were held on Sunday ... Show more
Youth study: The right-wing vibe is catching on | ZEIT ONLINE
Youth study: The right-wing vibe is catching on | ZEIT ONLINE
AfD members' connections to Russia and China have dominated the headlines for weeks. Today, at the request of the traffic light coalition factions ... Show more
AfD party conference in Unterlüß: Why Stephan Bothe draws a positive conclusion despite protests
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Generation Z is currently worrying, pessimistic and mentally unstable. Frustration over unresolved social problems and concerns about securing prosperity are ... Show more
Youth study: Germany's Generation Z is moving significantly further to the right politically - WELT
Youth study: Germany's Generation Z is moving significantly further to the right politically - WELT
Sunday question on the federal election • Allensbach/FAZ: CDU/CSU 32.5% | SPD 16% | AfD 16% | GREEN 15% | BSW 7% | FDP 6% | THE LEFT 3% | Other 4 ... Show more
Election polls for the Bundestag election - Sunday poll (Election poll, Polls)
Election polls for the Bundestag election - Sunday poll (Election poll, Polls)
AfD Bavaria: Halemba resigns from parliamentary group offices: iDaniel Halemba is under investigation on suspicion of incitement to hatred ...
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Constitutional lawyers warn that the AfD could soon paralyze the democratic system in Thuringia - and for the first time recommend concretely what should be ... Show more
AfD in Thuringia: Seven warnings about how democracy could be undermined - Politics - SZ.de
AfD in Thuringia: Seven warnings about how democracy could be undermined - Politics - SZ.de
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Germany arrests staffer at E.U. Parliament over China spying suspicion: The arrest comes amid mounting concern in Europe over Chinese espionage activity.
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Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
+++ Livestream +++: This is how the Bundestag debates the AfD's espionage affair: Suspicion of bribes, espionage and corruption: At the request of the traffic ...
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AfD spy affair in the Bundestag: “The people who are in charge in the AfD are Höcke and Putin”
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Von Lucke on Krah and Bystron: "The AfD's own victim narrative is becoming too delicate"
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Because AfD approval ratings are increasing, Green calls for adjustments to all school curricula
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Maximilian Krah: Suspected spy from his office wanted BND job: Maximilian Krah's employee, who is suspected of espionage, is said to have also offered his ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland/maximilian-krah--mutmasslicher-spion-aus-seinem-buero-wollte-bnd-job-34663756.html
Payment card for asylum seekers approved by the Federal Council: The payment card for asylum seekers was highly controversial, but nothing now stands in the way ...
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The TV duel between CDU politician Voigt and AfD representative Höcke was initially met with skepticism.
But now half of Germans say they would like to see ... Show more
Every second German wants more TV duels with the AfD - FOCUS online
Every second German wants more TV duels with the AfD - FOCUS online
AfD goes on the offensive at information stands: Visitors to Emden city center will encounter AfD representatives more frequently in the coming weeks: The party ...
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Study: AfD is the strongest party among young voters - these are the reasons: A new study surprises with its results on the voting behavior of young people: ...
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Latest poll: AfD continues to lose popularity, FDP gets poor marks: The latest trend barometer shows that the AfD is continuing to lose popularity and is thus ...
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Former constitutional judge Peter Müller on dealing with the AfD: Why so despondent?
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German staffer in EU parliament arrested on China spying charges: Employee of far-right AfD’s lead candidate is latest figure to be accused of passing ...
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RTL/ntv trend barometer: AfD falls to worst value since May 2023: The trend barometer continues to decline for the AfD: the party is moving further and further ...
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Björn Höcke: This is how grotesquely he tries to slow down his process: For the first time, the Thuringian AfD leader Björn Höcke has to answer in court ...
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Quick Glance: Charges Against Höcke: What Awaits Him?
- The trial against AfD leader Höcke revolves around the use of a banned SA slogan.
- Höcke is accused of using symbols of unconstitutional organizations.
- He denies understanding the significance of the 'Alles für Deutschland!' slogan.
- A conviction could impact the ongoing state election campaign in Thuringia.
FDP politician Johannes Vogel warns of the AfD's close ties to autocracies. The AfD is the "most unpatriotic party" in Germany, explains Vogel.
Suspicion of espionage, bribes, corruption: the AfD is under considerable pressure. SPIEGEL editor Ann-Katrin Müller analyzes what the scandals mean for the ... Show more
Incendiary letter to AfD leaders: Clarification now!: AfD officials are calling for complete transparency in the affair surrounding money payments from Russia ...
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Study shows: AfD is the strongest party among young people. The Greens plummet among the under-30s - Die Weltwoche
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According to the latest edition of the "Youth in Germany" study, young Germans have become more pessimistic, mentally unhealthy and politically conservative ... Show more
Study result: Germany's Gen Z is moving further and further to the right politically - FOCUS online
Study result: Germany's Gen Z is moving further and further to the right politically - FOCUS online
China summons German ambassador after spying arrests: The German ambassador to China was summoned by Beijing on Thursday in response to several arrests in ...
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Ban forbidden? What helps against the AfD - and what not?: The AfD wants a different state: a democracy must defend itself against this. But unfortunately this ...
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The AfD continues to lose voter favor. But the traffic light is also struggling, with only one party benefiting. 👉 Election poll shows clear trend: defeat for AfD, traffic light party benefits
Why is the AfD so impressed with Russia?: The AfD is fascinated by authoritarian regimes and despises the political system in Germany.
sueddeutsche.de/meinung/afd-putin-russland-china-krah-kommentar-1.6634939
Paid articlePaid Youth study: Young people are falling for the AfD en masse: Frustrated, frightened, radicalized: Are Germany's young people on the brink?
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Karlsruhe Alliance for Democracy and Human Rights cancels AfD: Two days after applying for membership in the Karlsruhe Alliance, the AfD's application for ...
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Quick Glance: Karlsruhe Alliance Rejects AfD
- The AfD's application to join the Karlsruhe Alliance has been rejected.
- The organization cites irreconcilable differences in attitudes and activities.
- The alliance emphasizes that the AfD does not align with their shared values.
- The alliance concludes that the AfD's documented anti-democratic stances are incompatible with their values.
The AfD is increasingly becoming an alternative against Germany, comments Jan Sternberg.
Espionage and corruption: The AfD, a party of useful idiots: After many escapades and the arrest of his colleague, Maximilian Krah remains the AfD's top ...
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Rejection by the Greens and SPD: Party dispute in Cologne over AfD candidate escalates at IHK podium
rundschau-online.de/koeln/koeln-parteienstreit-um-afd-kandidat-bei-ihk-podium-eskaliert-783213
Something is threatening to “tip over”: Green education politician wants to adapt “all curricula” in Germany. The reason is the high approval ratings among ...
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AfD education policy: How right-wing ideologues could influence schools: What would happen if AfD politicians took power in the ministries of education? ...
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AfD posts: Mother sues over police operation at school: After the police operation at a school in Ribnitz-Damgarten, the girl's mother is suing ...
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Do we show more consideration for AfD voters than for refugees? Is our democracy holding up? “Many people are tired of outrage”: Katja Berlin counters right-wing populism with pie charts
Espionage case at the AfD: Jian G. is said to have been an informant for the Office for the Protection of the Constitution
dnn.de/mitteldeutschland/spionagefall-bei-der-afd-jian-g-soll-verfassungsschutz-informant-gewesen-sein-PYVZAXCTFBF7RO33FTSUKO6W7Y.html
Investigation process is being examined: Krah's China course is even offensive to AfD politicians
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Almost a quarter of all young Germans would vote AfD. To win them back, the democratic parties must deliver what they promised young people: AfD: Don't act so surprised | ZEIT Campus
Public prosecutor's office targets Höcke's speeches in Gera: In Halle, Björn Höcke (AfD) is already on trial for using symbols of unconstitutional and terrorist ...
thueringer-allgemeine.de/politik/article242183420/Staatsanwaltschaft-nimmt-Hoeckes-Reden-in-Gera-ins-Visier.html
Suspected espionage: AFD politician's employee arrested: Did an employee of German politician Krah give secret information to China? A suspected Chinese spy has ...
aargauerzeitung.ch/international/mitarbeiter-von-afd-politiker-als-mutmasslicher-china-spion-festgenommen-ld.2610431
Report: Russia is said to have planned AfD strategy with a “manifesto” - Party denies
berliner-zeitung.de/news/bericht-russland-soll-afd-strategie-mit-manifest-geplant-haben-partei-dementiert-li.2209906
AfD strongest party among young people: "The issue of refugees is not the only divisive factor"
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/afd-staerkste-partei-bei-jugend-spaltend-nicht-nur-fluechtlinge-li.2209047
Bonn: Radical AfD man Helferich speaks at Raczeks: The Bundestag member Matthias Helferich from Dortmund is so far to the right that he is controversial even in ...
ga.de/bonn/stadt-bonn/bonn-radikaler-afd-mann-helferich-spricht-bei-raczeks_aid-111361349
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