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Steinmeier Urges Defense Against Rising Right-Wing Extremism

11/11/2025

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Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the German President, urged defending democracy against rising right-wing extremism and warned that democracy and liberty face unprecedented threats, particularly from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
He urged against political cooperation with extremists and highlighted proactive measures to combat hate.
Steinmeier reflected on Germany's historical significance on this date, linking past events to current challenges.
He stressed the ongoing fight against antisemitism in all its forms.

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Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the German President, urged defending democracy against rising right-wing extremism and warned that democracy and liberty face unprecedented threats, particularly from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
He urged against political cooperation with extremists and highlighted proactive measures to combat hate.
Steinmeier reflected on Germany's historical significance on this date, linking past events to current challenges.
He stressed the ongoing fight against antisemitism in all its forms.