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What does designated as 'extremist' mean for Germany's AfD?

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Phil Gayle | Simon Young
May 2, 2025

Germany’s domestic intelligence agency has designated the far-right AfD party an extremist organization and a threat to democracy. What exactly does the designation mean for the AfD?

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