German Court Fines Far-Right Leader for Using Nazi Phrase
A German court sentenced a far-right politician for using a banned Nazi slogan. The AfD party's rise poses concerns in upcoming state elections. [ more ]
Far-right AfD: How should German media deal with the party? DW 05/02/2024
The German constitution guarantees press freedom and a diverse media landscape. Public broadcasters are funded by a license fee, while private outlets rely on sales and advertising revenue. [ more ]
Germany: Scholz welcomes protests against deportation plans DW 01/19/2024
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz strongly condemns plans for mass deportation of migrants by right-wing extremists and AfD party members, comparing it to Nazi ideology.
Hundreds of thousands of people protest against right-wing extremism and the AfD party, with demonstrations across Germany. [ more ]