Hitler salute in the Bundestag? Court proceedings against AfD member:
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AfD Lawmaker Faces Trial Over Nazi SaluteMatthias Moosdorf allegedly performed a Nazi salute in the Bundestag in June 2023; trial held at Berlin's state security court.
Key FactsApr 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: derwesten.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: derwesten.de
- AfD member Matthias Moosdorf is accused of making a Nazi salute inside the Bundestag on June 22, 2023.
- Charges involve the use of symbols from unconstitutional organizations, following the lifting of his parliamentary immunity in October 2025.
- Moosdorf denies the accusations, calling the case a political smear based on testimony from a former SPD parliamentarian.
- Due to the incident's location and the accused's status, the trial is conducted by the state security chamber at Berlin's regional court.
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Key FactsCharges Filed Against AfD Lawmaker for Nazi Salute
Dec 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
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- Matthias Moosdorf allegedly performed the Hitler salute and a Nazi fist punch during a Bundestag session in June 2023.
- Berlin prosecutors launched an investigation for use of unconstitutional symbols following the lifting of his parliamentary immunity in October.
- Moosdorf also caused internal party conflict after an unauthorized trip to Russia, resulting in a 2,000-euro fine.
- At the same time, immunity was withdrawn from AfD member Stephan Brandner over accusations of insulting a journalist.
The accusation is absurd and nothing could be more far-fetched than this accusation.— Matthias Moosdorf comments on the allegations against him regarding the Hitler salute in the Bundestag.
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Key FactsAfD's Moosdorf Takes Visiting Professorship in Russia
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