The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is taking decisive action following the arrest of eight suspected members tied to a right-wing militant group, the Saxonian Separatists. This group, characterised by racist ideologies and conspiracy theories, had been training to destabilise the modern German state.
Background of the Operation
On 3 October 2024, German police launched a significant operation that led to the arrests of these suspects, identified as part of a group formed around November 2020. Prosecutors indicate that the Saxonian Separatists are believed to have between 15 to 20 active members.
Allegations Against the Group
- Members trained specifically for violent action against the state.
- Ideologies include anti-Semitism and apocalyptic predictions of Germany’s collapse.
- The aim is to establish a new system based on National Socialism.
According to the federal prosecutor’s office, the group fantasised about a