Right-Wing Violence in Brandenburg Rises 12% as AfD Influence Grows

Advocacy group warns of further escalation, calling for stronger victim protections and faster legal action.

The organization 'Opferperspektive' reports 273 incidents of right-wing, racist, and antisemitic violence in Brandenburg in 2024, up from 243 the previous year.
The 12% increase in violent incidents is linked to the political strengthening of the far-right AfD, according to the group.
Judith Porath, head of 'Opferperspektive,' warns of a potential further escalation in violence if preventive measures are not implemented.
Advocacy efforts emphasize the need for tailored protective measures for targeted organizations and faster prosecution of perpetrators.
The rise in extremist violence reflects a broader national trend in Germany, coinciding with the normalization of far-right ideologies.