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CSU Calls Planned Russia Trip by AfD’s Frohnmaier Treasonous, Urges Party to Block It

Recent intelligence warnings about Russia’s threat have sharpened concerns over politicians’ contacts during the Ukraine war.

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  • CSU General Secretary Martin Huber said the AfD leadership must stop the proposed visit, labeling any other outcome “Landesverrat” and warning of a high risk of sensitive information reaching the Kremlin.
  • AfD parliamentary manager Bernd Baumann said no concrete travel has been scheduled and characterized the announcement as a permissible intention for future trips.
  • Markus Frohnmaier, a close ally of Alice Weidel, rejected the accusations, said he serves Germany’s interests, and argued that serious diplomacy requires dialogue, comparing it to President Donald Trump speaking with Vladimir Putin.
  • Senior CDU and SPD figures raised similar security concerns, with CDU lawmaker Roderich Kiesewetter urging the AfD to block the trip and saying a legal review could be considered if it goes ahead.
  • Baden-Württemberg Minister-President Winfried Kretschmann said nothing good is to be expected from an AfD trip to Russia, while no formal prohibition or legal action has been reported.