Ex-Senator Peter Kurth Under Fire for Financing Right-Wing Extremist Project
Peter Kurth, former CDU senator, denies knowledge of the extremist ties of the group he financially supported.
- Peter Kurth, former Berlin finance senator, confirmed transferring €100,000 to Kevin Richter, linked to the 'Sächsische Separatisten'.
- The funds were used to purchase a property in Grimma, intended as a meeting place for the extremist group.
- Kurth claims he was unaware of the group's terrorist activities, stating the loan was for housing and community engagement.
- The 'Sächsische Separatisten' are accused of planning violent actions and have been linked to paramilitary training.
- Eight members of the group have been arrested, with several being AfD local politicians, and are facing charges of terrorism.