German Court Rules AfD Youth Wing 'Extremist'

A landmark decision by a German court classifies the Alternative for Germany's youth faction as extremist, marking a significant move against far-right politics.

• A German regional court has classified the Junge Alternative, the youth wing of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), as an 'extremist movement'.
• The ruling allows for increased surveillance of the group and restricts members' employment opportunities in the public sector.
• Protests against the AfD's rise have surged, with tens of thousands demonstrating amid concerns over the party's improving poll ratings.
• Experts warn that attempts to ban the AfD could backfire, potentially bolstering the party's claim to being marginalized by mainstream politics.
• The AfD and its youth wing have been criticized for radicalizing over the past five years, with accusations of promoting xenophobia and undermining democracy.

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