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German Neo-Nazi Group Plot Uncovered

German authorities arrest members of a neo-Nazi group planning to violently seize territory and establish a Nazi-like state.

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PoliticsHuman Rights ViolationsGermany TerrorismExtremismLaw EnforcementNeo-Nazism

Sächsische SeparatistenAfdBundesanwaltschaftBundesamt Für VerfassungsschutzJunge Alternative Sachsen

Nancy FaeserMarco BuschmannTino ChrupallaAndreas Harlaß

What is the group's ideology and plans?: The group's ideology is characterized by racism, antisemitism, and apocalyptic beliefs; they planned "ethnic cleansing" of undesirables.
How has the AfD responded to the discovery of the group?: The AfD has distanced itself from the group, condemning their actions and stating that such individuals have no place within their party.
What kind of training and equipment did the group possess?: The group underwent paramilitary training, including weapons handling and combat exercises, and obtained military equipment such as camouflage uniforms and gas masks.
How many people were arrested and what actions were taken against them?: Eight members, including an AfD local politician, were arrested in a joint operation involving German and Polish authorities; six have been remanded in custody.
What is the name of the militant neo-Nazi group that was uncovered in Germany?: A militant neo-Nazi group called the "Sächsische Separatisten" was uncovered in Germany, planning to violently seize territory and establish a Nazi-like state.

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