German police investigate AfD flyers resembling plane tickets for immigrants (www.theguardian.com)
from MicroWave@lemmy.world to world@lemmy.world on 14 Jan 15:00
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Summary

German police are investigating far-right AfD flyers resembling fake plane tickets addressed to “illegal immigrants” as part of their election campaign, on suspicion of inciting racial hatred.

Distributed in Karlsruhe, the flyers mirrored racist tactics from neo-Nazi campaigns and listed destinations as “safe countries of origin” with the tagline “Only remigration can still save Germany.”

Local officials and politicians condemned the campaign for stoking fear among immigrant communities. AfD leaders defended the flyers, claiming adherence to legal principles.

The party polls second place at 21% ahead of the February election.

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