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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

AfD's Interest in NATO Weaknesses is Causing Concern in Berlin

In Berlin, concerns are rising over the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's request for information about NATO's defense weaknesses, amid fears that such information could reach the Kremlin.

Feb 27 • 18:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Dobrindt has AfD report examined

Alexander Dobrindt, the Federal Minister of the Interior, has initiated a review of a report concerning the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party following a court decision favorable to the AfD against the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

Feb 27 • 17:14 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

The AfD Resolution from Cologne: Does Extremism Really Only Appear Here in Isolation?

The Cologne Administrative Court found that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party does not display a clear pattern of constitutional violations, despite identifying some extremist points in its program.

Feb 27 • 16:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German Intelligence Will Continue to Monitor the AfD Party, Says Interior Minister

The German intelligence agency plans to continue its surveillance of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, according to the Interior Minister.

Feb 27 • 15:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

German secret service will continue to monitor the AfD party, said the Interior Minister

The German Interior Minister announced that the secret service will keep monitoring the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party due to currents within it opposing democracy.

Feb 27 • 15:26 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Must not designate AfD as an extremist organization for now

Germany's Federal Intelligence Service cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an extremist organization until a court ruling is finalized regarding a lawsuit filed by the party.

Feb 27 • 08:40 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

German court blocks move to brand AfD ‘extremist’

A German court has ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be labeled as 'extremist' by the domestic security agency BfV, granting the party a temporary injunction.

Feb 27 • 08:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

A year ago, she changed parties: Now Karin Liltorp wants to leave the Folketing

Karin Liltorp has announced she will not run for reelection in the Danish parliament after switching to a new political party just a year ago.

Feb 27 • 05:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Agriculture & Food responds again: The Alternative's proposal to improve animal welfare kicks in an open door

Agriculture and Food responds to the Alternative party's animal welfare proposal, stating that the industry has already been actively working on improvements.

Feb 27 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A German court gives a boost to AfD by suspending its official classification as an 'extreme right' party

A German court has temporarily suspended the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an 'extreme right' organization, allowing the party to avoid being treated as a threat by intelligence services until a final ruling is made.

Feb 26 • 19:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

AfD is not an “extremist right-wing party”: the court rules in favor of the German organization

A German court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be classified as an established "extremist right-wing organization," countering a prior determination by federal authorities.

Feb 26 • 17:58 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

The AfD Cannot Be Defined as an Extremist Group

The article discusses the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party and the implications of labeling it as an extremist group.

Feb 26 • 16:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

German court temporarily prohibits declaring AfD as an extremist group

A German court has ruled that the internal security service cannot currently label the right-wing populist party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as an extremist group.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

German Counterintelligence Cannot Yet Classify AfD as Evidently Extremist and Monitor It

Germany's counterintelligence agency is currently not permitted to classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an explicitly extremist group.

Feb 26 • 15:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

German AFD temporarily avoids extremist label

A German court has temporarily lifted a previous ruling classifying the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AFD) as 'confirmed right-wing extremists.'

Feb 26 • 15:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Alternative for Germany Party Has So Far Avoided Labeling as Extremist, Court Rules

A German court has ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as demonstrably right-wing extremist at this time.

Feb 26 • 15:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: Court ruling temporarily prohibits classifying the AfD as 'confirmed far-right'

A Cologne court has ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot currently classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as 'confirmed far-right' pending further legal proceedings.

Feb 26 • 15:11 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

German intelligence cannot categorize AfD as far-right, according to a German court

A German court ruled that the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) cannot currently be classified as extremist by the German intelligence agency.

Feb 26 • 15:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

German Court: Intelligence Agency Cannot Yet Label AfD as an Extremist Group

A German court has ruled that the domestic intelligence agency cannot currently classify the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as an 'confirmed extremist' group.

Feb 26 • 14:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Court: German Counterintelligence Cannot Equate AfD as Explicitly Extremist

A Czech court has ruled that Germany’s counterintelligence agency cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as explicitly extremist, emphasizing the need for evidence in such classifications.

Feb 26 • 14:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Court prohibits intelligence service from classifying AfD party as an extreme group in Germany

A German court has temporarily ruled that the domestic intelligence agency cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an extreme group until a final decision is made regarding the party's appeal.

Feb 26 • 14:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Germany: the AfD cannot be classified as an 'extremist' party 'for the time being', rules the court

The Cologne administrative court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is not to be classified as an extremist party for now, refuting earlier determinations by intelligence services.

Feb 26 • 14:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Constitution Protection: AfD Wins in Urgent Procedure Regarding Classification as Right-Wing Extremist

The Administrative Court of Cologne has temporarily prevented the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution from classifying the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as definitively right-wing extremist, pending the outcome of a main proceedings.

Feb 26 • 14:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Party Ban: Is Democracy Still Defensible?

The article discusses the limitations of Germany's 'defensive democracy' in banning extremist parties, specifically in light of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's activities.

Feb 26 • 12:14 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In Berlin, AfD Becomes the Second Most Popular Party, According to Poll

As Berlin approaches its parliamentary elections, the far-right Eurosceptic party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has emerged as the second most popular party in the city, according to a recent poll.

Feb 25 • 21:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Chancellor's party is losing voters in Berlin. The coalition partner is weakening, while AfD's support is growing

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has risen to second place in a recent poll conducted in Berlin ahead of upcoming elections for the city's parliament.

Feb 25 • 20:04 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Far-Right Party Accused of "Systematic Nepotism"

The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) faces allegations of systematically favoring friends and relatives in the lead-up to state and local elections in Germany.

Feb 25 • 13:47 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Alternative Party has an ultimate demand for the government negotiations

The Alternative Party's political leader, Franciska Rosenkilde, has presented an ultimatum for upcoming government negotiations in Denmark.

Feb 23 • 20:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Mercs warns about the dangers of right-wing radicalism

German Chancellor Friedrich Mercs firmly rejects any softening of the party's stance on cooperation with the right-wing eurosceptic party 'Alternative for Germany' (AfD), stating it must not gain power.

Feb 20 • 20:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

CDU Party Conference: The New Merz Sound

At the CDU party conference, Chancellor Merz emphasizes optimism and positions his party as an alternative to the AfD, while remaining ambiguous on sensitive issues like taxes and pensions.

Feb 20 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Merz: 'No' to cooperation with the AfD - 'We will not allow them to destroy our country'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has vowed not to cooperate with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, aiming to protect the country's democratic integrity.

Feb 20 • 12:50 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: AfD at 37 Percent in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern According to Forsa Poll

A recent Forsa poll indicates that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has surged to 37 percent support in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, leading ahead of other parties as the state elections approach.

Feb 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain: Nigel Farage announced his 'shadow government'

Nigel Farage has announced the key members of his Reform UK party's 'shadow cabinet' in an effort to position the populist party as the true alternative government.

Feb 17 • 13:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The secret service in Lower Saxony considers AfD to be demonstrably extremist

The secret service in Lower Saxony has identified the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as demonstrably extremist.

Feb 17 • 13:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Constitution Protection: Intelligence Services Fear Becoming "Blind and Deaf" to the AfD

Intelligence agencies in Germany express concerns about not being able to adequately monitor the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party amid increasing allegations of corruption and calls for a party ban.

Feb 16 • 14:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Away from the party and the crowd: meet the stories of those who choose another rhythm at carnival

Some Brazilians are opting to step away from the traditional carnival festivities in favor of quieter, more introspective activities.

Feb 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Nepotism in the AfD: How the AfD Makes the State Its Prey

The article examines allegations of nepotism within the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, revealing how party members reportedly pressurize colleagues to employ their relatives.

Feb 15 • 07:11 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Carnival of Patras: The Biggest Spontaneous Youth Party

The article defends the Patras Carnival as a safe and vibrant alternative to major events in Athens, despite criticism from conservative individuals.

Feb 12 • 20:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

State Elections in the East: CDU Faces an Unwelcome Alternative

The CDU in East Germany is facing a potential political dilemma with the upcoming state elections, having to reconsider its stance on coalition politics.

Feb 12 • 11:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nepotism: Even the AfD leader has a "taint"

Concerns grow within the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party over nepotism as more cases of party members awarding jobs to relatives surface, leading to doubts about the party's credibility.

Feb 10 • 10:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Conservative Betrayal

The article discusses the decline of the Popular Party's credibility as a conservative alternative to the Socialist Party in Spain.

Feb 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"We Are Prussia..." - New AfD Youth Organization Established in Berlin and Brandenburg

The newly established Generation Deutschland is the youth wing of the AfD party in Germany, replacing the previously dissolved Young Alternative.

Feb 7 • 13:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Bundestag prohibits access to 7 employees after security check

Germany's Bundestag confirmed that seven employees have been barred from entering the building due to their alleged ties to the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD).

Feb 6 • 21:42 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Melkøya: The majority may crumble - SV is looking for solutions

The SV party is exploring alternative solutions to ensure power supply to Melkøya without onshore wind power or unclean gas power plants, amidst a parliamentary majority's push to prohibit land electricity use.

Feb 4 • 09:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Against the Latin party of the Super Bowl: artist by artist of the anti-show competing with Bad Bunny

Turning Point USA is set to launch an alternative halftime show for Super Bowl 2026, featuring artists aimed at attracting viewers dissatisfied with the NFL's artistic direction.

Feb 3 • 22:56 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

‘Contacts to Americans’ secured AfD place at Munich Security Conference – media

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party leveraged pressure and its connections with the US administration to gain an invitation to the Munich Security Conference after being barred for three years.

Feb 3 • 19:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Did he jump or was he pushed? Either way, Mandelson had no alternative but to resign

Peter Mandelson has resigned from the Labour Party amidst a scandal involving the Epstein revelations, stating it was necessary to protect the party's reputation.

Feb 2 • 00:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

El País: A change of regime in Iran could lead to disaster

A report published by El País warns that regime change in Iran without a capable alternative could lead to chaos, drawing parallels with the consequences of dismantling the Ba'ath Party's rule in Iraq.

Jan 15 • 17:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Jordi Sevilla leads the alternative of critical PSOE militants against the 'dead end' caused by the 'confrontational block politics' encouraged by Pedro Sánchez

Jordi Sevilla spearheads a critical movement within the PSOE as part of the Socialdemocracy 21 manifesto, advocating for self-criticism and a return to social democratic principles in response to the party's current confrontational politics.

Jan 12 • 09:22 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Millions of People Are Looking for a Radical Reform Force

FDP leader Christian Dürr positions his party as a radical alternative to the current status quo, criticizing the potential for increased debt with a Schwarz-Rot coalition while advocating for the cessation of social benefits for migrant workers.

Jan 4 • 10:25 UTC

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