4 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is engaging with voters associated with the AfD as the country approaches a pivotal regional election.
Thousands of protesters clash with police in Germany as the far-right AfD party holds a leadership conference.
German intelligence reports a surge in far-right extremism and heightened threats from foreign espionage and leftwing terrorism.
German lawyers predict a likely ban on the far-right AfD party, sparking debate on democracy and extremism.