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Germany's far-right AfD party said on Monday it was suing the domestic intelligence agency for labelling it a "right-wing extremist" party, a designation that sparked a row between Berlin and Washington. The bfv said on Friday it considered the AfD a "confirmed" right-wing extremist group, citing the "xenophobic, anti-minority, Islamophobic and anti-Muslim statements made by leading party officials".

Germany's intelligence agency, bfv, has classified the AfD as an extremist group, enabling closer monitoring due to its anti-immigration stance and controversial rhetoric. The decision follows accusations that the AfD undermines democratic institutions by targeting minority groups with xenophobic and Islamophobic remarks. Despite this, the AfD has gained popularity, securing over 20% of the vote in recent elections.

Germany's domestic intelligence agency has classified the Alternative for Germany (AfD) as a "confirmed right-wing extremist" movement, leading to immediate repercussions. Several federal states are now evaluating the compatibility of AfD membership with civil service roles. The AfD, which became the second-strongest political force in Germany in 2025, faces setbacks in its efforts to gain mainstream acceptance.

Top US officials have criticized Germany's decision to label the AfD as a right-wing extremist entity, with JD Vance likening it to rebuilding the Berlin Wall and Marco Rubio denouncing it as tyranny. Germany's Foreign Ministry defended the move as necessary to protect the constitution and counter right-wing extremism, citing historical lessons.

A German court on Friday temporarily blocked the country's domestic intelligence agency from putting the Alternative for Germany party under observation due to suspicions of extreme-right sympathies, as a legal appeal is heard. The Cologne state court said the party, known as AfD, could not be classified or treated as a "suspected case" of extremism until a decision was made on an emergency brief submitted by the party, after it alleged the intelligence agency broke a court order not to make such a classification public.

The team of GHKKPM has taken the decision to shoot in Goa as the Maharashtra Government has announced a 15 days curfew in the state and shooting of TV shows, films and ads have been stopped. The step has been taken to control the surge in number of COVID-19 cases.

A prime suspect in the Paris terror attacks, Salah Abdeslam, possessed documents about Juelich Nuclear Research Centre located near the Belgium-Germany border and being used for the storage of atomic waste, RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland media group reported.

Germany's domestic intelligence agency's designation of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) as a suspected case of extremism was upheld by a court ruling in Muenster, rejecting an appeal from the party. The court decision supports the bfv intelligence agency's classification, which the AfD strongly opposes. The AfD, a party that has shifted towards the right since its formation in 2013, may still pursue further appeals at a federal court.

German nationals arrested for allegedly aiding Chinese espionage by obtaining military technology. The case highlights risks in business, industry, and science. International arrests reflect growing concerns over espionage activities, prompting calls for heightened protective measures.

Veteran actor Zeenat Aman is very active on social media and expresses her views openly. On Monday, the 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' actress took to her Instagram handle to share some pictures from her 1974 movie Manoranjan, taking on a nostalgic journey and expressing her views on moral policing in the '70s.

Bundesliga side Schalke 04 will not be able to play minnows Schweinfurt in the first round of the German Cup this weekend after a regional court ruled Friday that the fourth-tier club should not be in the competition.

President Barack Obama has ordered a review of all cyber attacks that took place during the 2016 election cycle. The move comes after Democrats in Congress pressed the White House to reveal details of Russian hacking and disinformation in the election.

The German FA confirmed Friday that Schalke's first-round German Cup tie this weekend has been postponed after a court ruled the Bundesliga club's fourth-tier opponents should not be in the competition.

In 2005, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of taking his $25,000 Super Bowl ring. Amidst claims and denials by both parties, the White House advised Kraft to state the ring was a gift to avoid diplomatic issues. With renewed public interest, Kraft recently humorously requested its return.