German far-right leader appears to make ‘Hitler salute’ in photo as party surges

A leader of Germany's far-right AfD party has been reported for appearing to make a 'Hitler salute' during a ceremony in 2020, which he claims was a 'humorous knighting ceremony.' This incident comes as the party experiences a surge in popularity, sparking concerns regarding rising antisemitism in Europe.

The image and the leader's actions have drawn criticism and raised alarms about the normalization of extremist ideologies within political discourse in Germany. This development underscores ongoing challenges faced by Jewish communities in Europe regarding hate and radical politics.