The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has filed a legal action against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for statements made during a speech in the German parliament. The political formation is demanding a retraction of the accusations made by Merz against the party.
During the parliamentary speech, Merz explicitly accused the AfD of maintaining a policy of "ethnic cleansing" through its calls for mass "re-emigration." The German Chancellor made these accusations in the context of a debate about the country's migration policy.
The AfD, which is a far-right party in Germany, has been subject to scrutiny by other political forces due to its proposals regarding large-scale deportations. The party denies the accusations and considers Merz's statements to be defamatory.
This legal action comes at a time of political tension in Germany, where the AfD's immigration proposals have generated controversy and public debate. The far-right party argues that its policies are necessary for national security.
