AfD party changes position on Russia after scandals
Two AfD scandals about Russia contacts create headlines. The party distances itself from Russia connections.
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The German AfD party recently faced two scandals involving Russia. Three members from Saxony-Anhalt attended Putin's birthday celebration at the Russian embassy. Another member, Robert Risch from Hamburg, went to a forum in St. Petersburg.
The AfD responded differently to each case. They said the first group attended personally, not as party representatives. But they expelled Risch from the party completely.
The AfD is now Germany's most popular party with 26% support. Traditional parties are losing voters. The article suggests the AfD is trying to become mainstream by adopting anti-Russian positions.
This follows a pattern seen with other European right-wing parties. Italian leader Meloni and French politician Bardella changed their Russia stance when they gained power. The AfD understands that being anti-Russian is necessary for political acceptance in Europe today.
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