German Chancellor Says Dark Neo-Nazi Networks Are Growing

“New reports are constantly emerging about neo-Nazis and their dark networks,” the Social Democrats said in a video commemorating the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz by Soviet troops (January 27, 1945).

“At the same time, right-wing populists are gaining ground, stoking fear and spreading hatred. This should not be accepted,” Mr Scholz said.

Olaf Scholz speaks during an election campaign event in Leipzig, Germany, September 5, 2021. Photo: REUTERS

Protests against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party have intensified after a group of investigative journalists published information that right-wing extremists secretly met in November to discuss the deportation of millions of immigrants, some of whom have German citizenship.

The gathering of AfD members, neo-Nazis and other far-right extremists took place at a lakeside hotel outside Potsdam on November 25. The incident went unreported until January 10, when the investigative journalism network Correctiv revealed it, sparking protests across Germany.

The protesters are seeking to curb support for the AfD, which is in second place nationally and top in three eastern German states holding elections this year.

“It is the solidarity of democrats that makes our democracy strong,” said Mr. Scholz.

Chancellor Scholz also welcomed the landmark ruling to cut funding to the far-right Die Heimat party, which has sparked a debate over whether a similar move could be taken against the nationalist AfD.

Mai Anh (according to Reuters)

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