Many East Germans are more sympathetic toward Moscow than their western compatriots, reflecting decades of Soviet ties and disillusionment since reunification.
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In Germany’s Depressed East, Tanks Are the Lesser of Two Evils
Even leaders from the far-right Alternative for Germany party, which opposes aid to Ukraine, have embraced the jobs that come with new weapons production.
In Germany’s Depressed East, Tanks Are the Lesser of Two Evils
Even leaders from the far-right Alternative for Germany party, which opposes aid to Ukraine, have embraced the jobs that come with new weapons production.
This Town Doesn’t Like Rearmament. But It’s Ready to Build Tanks.
In Germany’s depressed East, even far-right opponents of support for Ukraine have embraced the jobs that come with new weapons production.
Some Europeans Fear Trump Aides Want a Far-Right Takeover
The continent’s leaders have concerns that U.S. officials are pushing for parties that support their views of nationalism and traditional values to come into power.
German Far Right Gains in Bellwether Election, but Fails to Sweep
Though a relief for the governing coalition, the far-right Alternative for Germany nearly tripled its vote share in North Rhine-Westphalia versus five years ago.
The German Elections That Are Set to Test the Attraction of the Far Right
A municipal vote in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia will be a gauge of the national mood since Chancellor Friedrich Merz took office.
German Court Convicts Syrian National for Stabbing Attack That Killed 3
Issa al Hasan was found guilty of murder in the Islamic State-inspired rampage last year that spurred a national debate about refugees and migration.
Germany’s Far-Right Party May Be Banned. Its Voters Fear Being Left Voiceless.
Supporters of the Alternative for Germany say they might quit voting if the party is outlawed. Some opponents are against such a move, too.
The Far Right in Germany Wants to Soften Its Image, Not Its Policies
The Alternative for Germany, or AfD, has adopted a code of conduct for its members, without changing its positions on immigration and other issues.