German far-right party put under surveillance first time since Nazi era

The Central Council of Jews in Germany welcomed the decision, saying: "The AfD's destructive politics undermine our democratic institutions and discredit democracy among citizens."

Alternative for Germany (AfD) leader Alexander Gauland raises his arm during a plenum session at the lower house of parliament, Bundestag, in Berlin, Germany March 13, 2020

(photo credit: ANNEGRET HILSE / REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

MARCH 4, 2021 20:05

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German far-right party put under surveillance first time since Nazi era

The Central Council of Jews in Germany welcomed the decision, saying: "The AfD's destructive politics undermine our democratic institutions and discredit democracy among citizens."

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