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Left extremism in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) is becoming more radical and violent, as highlighted in the first report on the subject presented by the state's interior minister.

French authorities have initiated dissolution procedures against factions of the far-left group Jeune Garde, alongside potential legal actions regarding its reconstitution as an antifascist entity.

Damir Bakić from the Možemo party responded to accusations of left-wing radicalism by highlighting the lack of evidence and accusing others of right-wing extremism.

In a significant crackdown on Naxalism, Chhattisgarh's Governor claims the state is on the verge of eliminating left-wing extremism as hundreds of militants have been killed and thousands surrendered in the past two years.

A young far-right activist was murdered in Lyon, France, by far-left militants during a protest, leading to national outrage and finger-pointing at extremist rhetoric.

Over 3200 people participated in a memorial march in Lyon for a far-right activist killed during clashes with left-wing extremists.

In France, a group of far-left thugs violently killed a 23-year-old student associated with an identity-right organization.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expresses her grief over the murder of a young man named Quentin in Lyon, attributing the violence to far-left extremism and calling for an end to ideological hatred.

A heated debate erupts in France following the death of a far-right activist during street clashes involving extreme left and right groups.

French authorities have arrested seven suspects in connection with the murder of a young man, escalating political tensions in the country.

A left-wing extremist killed a right-wing extremist in Lyon, placing pressure on the radical left party 'France insoumise' and its leader, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, which could change the political landscape of France.

Following the murder of far-right militant Quentin Deranque, suspicions have been cast on Jean-Luc Mélenchon's France Insoumise movement, with the Interior Minister accusing the far-left of involvement in what he termed a 'lynching'.

Guillaume Tabard argues that the death of Quentin exposes the dangers of left-wing extremism and calls for a cessation of leniency towards violent leftist groups.

The article discusses the rise of extremist ideologies and the challenges facing Italy's political landscape amid concerns of radicalism from both the right and left.

Maja T., a non-binary individual from the German left scene, has been sentenced to eight years in prison by a Budapest court for involvement in violent attacks against alleged right-wing extremists.

Following the attack on Berlin's power grid, the German Federal Criminal Police Union (BDK) warns of increasing violence from left-wing extremists and calls for a more targeted approach against such threats.

In Hungary, a verdict against left-wing extremist Maja T. is expected, who allegedly brutally attacked right-wing extremists in Budapest three years ago, with discussions suggesting a potential 24-year sentence.

A verdict is expected on February 4 in Budapest against a German individual accused of left-wing extremism, with the case raising complex legal, political, and European dimensions.

In Leipzig-Connewitz, there is a threat of escalation between leftist factions, as extremism researcher Hendrik Hansen analyzes the extremist groups converging there, referring to them as 'anti-German left extremists.'

The Berlin Senate's handling of left-wing extremism comes under scrutiny after a power outage, revealing a lack of funding for prevention compared to significant allocations for other areas, particularly against right-wing extremism.

The Berlin Senate has not allocated funds for anti-left extremism programs for 2026 and 2027, as political scientist Werner J. Patzelt comments on the prevailing belief that the enemy of democracy is predominantly from the right.

Journalist Christoph Lemmer criticizes the Berlin Senate, led by Kai Wegner (CDU), for prioritizing ideology over reality and claims there is a deliberate blindness towards left-wing extremism despite significant investments against right-wing extremism.

The Berlin Senate is investing millions in programs to combat right-wing and religious extremism, while funding for the fight against left-wing extremism has been completely cut since 2023.

A new left-wing terrorist threat is emerging in Germany, prompting a debate in the Bundestag, where Interior Minister Dobrindt focuses on migration instead of addressing the issue directly until pressed by opposition parties.

The state of Hesse is expanding its democracy promotion program by establishing an agency, NBKK, to advise against left-wing extremism while also addressing right-wing extremism.

The left-wing extremist group 'Vulkangruppe' is linked to at least 13 acts of sabotage since 2011 and has recently claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack on Berlin's power grid, prompting calls from police union representative Benjamin for increased authority for the authorities.

Heidi Reichinnek, the leader of the leftist faction, questions whether left-wing extremists are truly responsible for the recent attack on Berlin's power grid at the beginning of the year.

Since 2011, the 'Vulcan groups' are believed to have committed at least 13 acts of sabotage on rail, energy, and telecommunications infrastructure in Berlin and Brandenburg, with expectations of further attacks according to the Interior Ministry.

A trial against the 'Hammer Gang' is underway in Düsseldorf, where suspects are charged with attempted murder by federal prosecutors.

Heidi Reichinnek expresses doubts regarding the authorities' portrayal of the recent attack on Berlin's power grid, insisting that the investigation is not yet conclusive.

The Berlin Greens plan to downplay the question of perpetrators in the upcoming election campaign following a left-wing extremist attack on the city's power grid, choosing instead to focus on Mayor Kai Wegner's crisis management.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt plans to increase the personnel of the Constitution Protection Agency to more effectively combat left-wing extremism, while ensuring that the fight against right-wing extremism is not neglected.

Following an alleged left-wing extremist arson attack on Berlin's power supply, Interior Senator Iris Spranger warns that the danger of future similar attacks remains, exacerbated by inadequate preventive infrastructure in the capital.

Left-wing extremists are reportedly sabotaging parts of Germany, evading investigators as they carry out their operations in the country.

Following an attack on Berlin's power grid, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced a tougher stance against left-wing extremists, citing the prolonged suffering of 100,000 citizens without power, heat, or mobile service.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt vowed to take strong action against left-wing and climate extremists following a power outage and an arson attack, with the Justice Ministry stating that many of his demands are already in progress.

Following the arson attack on the power grid in southwest Berlin, Interior Minister Dobrindt is seeking to take a tougher stance against left-wing extremists, as reported by Lennart Pfahler of the WELT investigative team.

In response to a left-wing extremist attack on Berlin's power grid, Federal Minister Alexander Dobrindt announces a tougher stance against left-wing extremists and radical climate activists, aiming to enhance protection measures for critical infrastructure.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced a stronger crackdown on left-wing extremists following a power outage in Berlin.

Following the arson attack on Berlin's power grid, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced stricter measures against left-wing extremists.

The article discusses a planned demonstration by authoritarian leftist groups in Leipzig-Connewitz, targeting a left youth center and politician Juliane Nagel, amidst ongoing anti-right extremism efforts in the city.

The Berlin police are continuing their search for the left-wing extremists known as the Volcano Group, who are responsible for the cable fire and the resulting power outage in the southwest of the capital.

The Berlin police are still searching for the left-wing extremists known as the Volcano Group, who are responsible for a cable fire and subsequent power outage in the southwestern part of the capital.

The article discusses a multi-day power outage in Berlin caused by left-wing extremists in September 2025 and questions why the authorities failed to take appropriate action at the time.

A fire attack on Berlin's power supply paralyzes tens of thousands of households, with security agencies attributing it to left-wing extremist sabotage, leading to a conspiratorial milieu that has been quietly calling for 'resistance' for years.

Following an arson attack on the power grid in southwest Berlin, Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt plans to intensify measures against left-wing extremists and radical climate activists.

The 'Volcano Group', a left-wing extremist faction responsible for attacks in Berlin and Germany over the last 15 years, remains largely unknown to security authorities and the political landscape.

The article discusses the lack of information about the left-wing extremist group 'Volcano Group', which has carried out attacks in Germany for 15 years, particularly on Berlin's power grid.

A left-wing extremist attack on Berlin's power supply reveals the vulnerability of critical infrastructures and raises alarm across the country, prompting discussions on how to prevent such disasters, as a key law remains stalled in the Bundestag.

Political scientist Peter R. Neumann warns of a resurgence of violent left-wing radicalism in light of recent extremist actions, such as sabotaging the power grid and arson against officials.