The party, Alternative for Germany, has been accused of radicalizing in recent years. Its youth wing is a threat to German democracy, the country’s domestic spy agency now says.
Tag: Right-Wing Extremism and Alt-Right
Italy’s Senate Signs Off on Meloni’s Migrant Crackdown
The package is the first major take on immigration by the hard-right government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and would limit integration and create more detention facilities.
George Soros Is a Familiar Villain for the Right Wing in Trump’s Indictment
Conspiracy theorists have long attributed wildly varied events to George Soros, in attacks often viewed as antisemitic. His indirect donations to a prosecutor’s campaign are animating Trump allies.
Israel Moves Forward With Far-Right Plan for National Guard
Itamar Ben-Gvir, one of the most extreme voices in the Israeli government, had long sought to create a national guard. Ministers agreed on Sunday to set up a committee to discuss next steps.
Security Force or Anti-Arab Militia? Israelis Feud Over Far-Right Plan
The far-right security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, wants to create a national guard that he would control, saying it is needed to guarantee Israel’s security.
Australian State Moves to Ban Nazi Salute After Rally
After neo-Nazis appeared at a protest against transgender rights in Melbourne, a local politician was facing expulsion from her party for taking part in the demonstration.
Kenzaburo Oe, Nobel Laureate and Critic of Postwar Japan, Dies at 88
With his powerful novels and essays, Mr. Oe tried to ensure that Japan learned the lessons of its 20th-century militarism.
Kenzaburo Oe, Nobel Laureate and Critic of Postwar Japan, Dies at 88
With his powerful novels and essays, Mr. Oe tried to ensure that Japan learned the lessons of its 20th-century militarism.
What I’m Watching, Weimar Noir Edition
“Babylon Berlin” is the TV show I can’t stop thinking about.
A Russian Mole in Germany Sows Suspicions at Home, and Beyond
A director at Germany’s spy service was picked up on suspicion of passing intelligence to Russia. German officials and allies worry just how deep the problem goes.