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Tino Chrupalla
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Tino Chrupalla

Tino Chrupalla took over as one of the co-chairs of the far-right populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) in 2019.

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April 24, 2024

Germany: AfD's Krah faces probe on Russia, China 'payments'

April 24, 2024

China spying: Krah still tops AfD's EU ticket

April 23, 2024

German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges

April 12, 2024

Germany: State CDU, AfD leaders clash in Thuringia TV duel

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Reports & Analysis

A view of Maximilian Krah speaking at an AfD party congress

German far-right party worker arrested on spying charges

German far-right party worker arrested on spying charges

Jian G., an employee of the AfD's lead candidate in the European elections, Maximilian Krah, allegedly spied for China.
PoliticsApril 23, 202403:11 min
The Chinese flag that flies in front of its embassy in Berlin is half hidden by trees

Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage

Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage

There have been six arrests so far, thought to be linked to the Ukraine war, economic interests and a war on democracy.
PoliticsApril 23, 2024
A demonstrator holds a placard with a barred AfD sign

German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party

German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party

With the far-right AfD set to take more seats in upcoming elections, culture groups are countering "extremist politics."
ArtsApril 23, 2024
Microphones from various TV stations such as ZDF, RTL and NDR are placed in front of a wall with the blue, white and red logo of the Alternative for Germany (AfD).

Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult

Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult

How should Germany's traditional media deal with the far-right Alternative for Germany? Expose the party, or ignore it?
PoliticsApril 22, 2024
Björn Höcke at AfD national party conference in Magdeburg 29 07 2023

Germany: Far-right leader on trial for using Nazi slogan

Germany: Far-right leader on trial for using Nazi slogan

One of Germany's most radical politicians, Björn Höcke, stands accused of using a banned Nazi slogan.
Law and JusticeApril 17, 2024
The AfD logo, with a man sitting in silhouette in front of it

Germany's far-right AfD polling high, despite legal scrutiny

Germany's far-right AfD polling high, despite legal scrutiny

The far-right AfD party is becoming more tolerant of its very radical members — but this hasn't dented its support.
PoliticsApril 13, 2024
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Maximilian Krah

Germany's AfD on TikTok: The political battle for the youth

More and more politicians are courting voters on TikTok. In Germany, one party is more active than others: the AfD.
PoliticsMarch 30, 2024
Banner put up by protesters against the Tesla Gigafactory in Grünheide reading 'El-ON El-OFF'

Germany: Far-right AfD, Elon Musk share complex relationship

Elon Musk backs the far-right AfD. The affection is mutual — except in Grünheide, where the AfD opposes Tesla expansion.
SocietyMarch 16, 2024
Trump, seen from behind, silhouetted in front of a spotlight at the 2024 Iowa Caucus, addressing the crowd. He is standing on a red-carpeted stage hung with flags.

How do economies fare under populist rule?

Do certain economic conditions help populists to gain power? And what happens to the economy once they're elected?
PoliticsMarch 14, 2024
Blue AfD logo with red arrow pointing upwards and the words Alternative für Deutschland

Germany's AfD: Euroskeptics turned far-right populists

What started as a euroskeptic party has turned into a hub for the disgruntled — and a home for right-wing extremists.
PoliticsMarch 11, 2024
Sign readding Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz (Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution) at the entrance to the building in Cologne

Germany's domestic secret service battles far-right AfD

Germany's domestic secret service safeguards the democratic principles set out in the constitution.
PoliticsMarch 10, 2024
A girl wearing red watches TikTok on her phone, laying on the ground

AfD eyes young voters in Germany for EU election boost

With German 16- and 17-year-olds now allowed to take part in the European election, campaigners are turning to TikTok.
PoliticsMarch 3, 2024