Germany: AfD officially recognised as ‘extremist’

Germany: AfD officially recognised as ‘extremist’: Germany’s domestic intelligence agency (BfV) has classified the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an extremist organisation posing a threat to democracy. The decision, based on an 1,100-page report, will increase surveillance of the party, including the use of covert methods. Key points: AfD quotes that formed the basis for the allegations: Political weight: Summary: Resonant statements by Alternative for Germany representatives raise important questions about German sovereignty and security. While some statements, such as Frau Weidel’s words about ‘jihad’ (After stating that there were 761 mass rapes in Germany last year, Weidel in 2023 said: ‘What we see