German security agencies face dilemma after victories for far right and far left
- German officials debated restricting sensitive intelligence sharing following recent state election victories by the AfD and the Left Party, citing concerns over potential data leaks to Russia or criminal organizations.
- Security services fear AfD-led administrations might share secrets with Moscow, while Left Party leaders face scrutiny over alleged links between members and Berlin-based criminal clans, fueling suspicion of the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.
- Alexander Hoffmann, head of the Christian Social Union's parliamentary group, warned: "This concerns information relating to organised crime – that would be an issue in Berlin. And it's about issues concerning Russia – that would be Saxony-Anhalt."
- Left Party politician Ferat Kocak stated, "There is absolutely no justification for elected representatives having contacts with individuals associated with organised crime," as the party faces pressure to address antisemitism and alleged criminal ties before forming coalitions.
- An AfD spokesperson dismissed accusations as "clutching at straws in an attempt to discredit us in the eyes of the electorate." North Rhine-Westphalia Premier Hendrik Wuest noted preparations are underway, though it remains unclear whether these parties will actually govern.
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PoliticsGermany increases the pressure on Russian actors: The embassy in Berlin is more targeted, while authorities look more closely at the entry of businessmen close to the Kremlin.
The Russian Embassy in Berlin has seen a marked increase in the number of observers; according to a major German publication, German intelligence agencies have increased control of the dypmission and, at the same time, of Russian entrepreneurs and members of their families who have valid visas.
EADaily, September 28, 2026, Germany's intelligence services increased pressure on a Russian diplomatic mission in Berlin, reported by Bild with reference to sources in government circles.
Germany's intelligence services have increased pressure on the Russian dypmission in Berlin by setting up a demonstration surveillance of the Russian Embassy and write German media. Helicopters are used to monitor the premises of the Embassy, and vans suspected of belonging to the Special Services are parked at the entrance to the building. Bild writes with reference to sources in government circles. In addition, special services are targeted at…
German security agencies face dilemma after victories for far right and far left
This month's victories for far-right and far-left parties in German state elections have intensified official debate over whether security authorities can restrict secret information that might be passed on to Russia or criminal groups.
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