German Authorities Intensify Efforts as Neo-Nazi Youth Groups Escalate Violence

Extremely young neo-Nazi groups in Brandenburg and Sachsen exhibit rising militancy, prompting expanded security measures and school outreach programs.

Brandenburg's Verfassungsschutz reports the emergence of neo-Nazi youth groups with members as young as 14, echoing the 1990s skinhead movement.
These groups, including 'Jung und stark' and 'Letzte Verteidigungswelle,' are involved in violent actions such as attacks on youth clubs and arson in Altdöbern.
A 21-year-old in Sachsen was detained for allegedly planning an explosive attack on a Senftenberg asylum facility, highlighting escalating threats.
Members are noted for their militant appearance, use of social media for organization, and targeting of minorities, leftist groups, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Government outreach in schools has expanded significantly, with consultations rising from 150 in 2021 to over 600 in 2024, aiming to counter radicalization early.