Israel boosted Europe’s right wing — and recoils at German party’s gains
- Posted on September 8, 2026
- By Washington Post
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Israel's strategic support for right-wing European movements has produced unexpected consequences, particularly with Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) achieving historic electoral success in state elections. This development marks a significant political shift, representing the strongest far-right performance in German politics since the post-Holocaust era. Jewish organizations express concern about these emerging political dynamics and their implications for European stability and democratic institutions.
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