How Economic Gloom is Driving Europe's Far-Right Surge
Europe's deep economic pessimism is creating fertile ground for far-right populism, warns columnist Owen Jones. A shift in economic model is needed to protect democracy.
Europe's deep economic pessimism is creating fertile ground for far-right populism, warns columnist Owen Jones. A shift in economic model is needed to protect democracy.
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EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas responds to a Trump-era US policy paper supporting Europe's far-right, insisting the US remains Europe's primary ally. Read the full analysis.
French left-wing MP Clémentine Autain declares intent to resist a far-right government, warning of a 'regime change' and calling for a broad coalition to block the National Rally.
A leaked US strategic document appears to adopt language from far-right conspiracy theories about Europe. Experts warn it signals a dangerous shift in official rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
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An investigation reveals how far-right activist Nick Fuentes is influencing mainstream US politics. Discover the full story behind his radicalisation tactics and the dangers they pose.
An investigation reveals how a young white supremacist is influencing far-right MAGA podcasters, pushing extremist ideology into mainstream political discourse. Discover the network and its impact.
Gary Lineker hits back at far-right activist Tommy Robinson after he shared footage of the presenter walking with his daughter-in-law in Mexico. Read the full story.
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year coup sentence with minimal public protest, signalling potential decline of his political movement. Read our full analysis.
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New research reveals how Europe's housing crisis is boosting far-right parties while progressive alternatives struggle. Discover the political consequences and potential solutions.
Australian far-right senator Pauline Hanson wears a burqa in parliament, provoking anger and suspension of proceedings. Explore the backlash and calls for a national ban.
Political elites including Macron and Merz are undermining democracy by normalising racism and xenophobia while warning of external threats. Analysis reveals how centrist policies amplify extremism.
Michail Chkhikvishvili, the 'Commander Butcher' cult leader, admits plotting bombings, school shootings and poison candy attacks across the US. Read the full investigation into this disturbing case.
A far-right group plans to protest English classes for asylum seekers at Dalmarnock Primary School. Glasgow Council condemns the 'misinformation' and 'racism'. Read the full story.
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Singer Joy Crookes speaks out against rising far-right politics after sold-out Brixton shows, performing Sinéad O'Connor's anti-racism anthem in solidarity. Read her powerful message.
50 years after Franco's death, Spain confronts dangerous nostalgia as younger generations lack knowledge of dictatorship horrors. Can democratic memory education counter far-right appeal?
Four men connected to the far-right 'Active Club Sweden' have been sentenced to prison for racially motivated assaults in Stockholm. Read the full details of the case.
Experts warn of an 'urgent danger' as the Observations Group, linked to the Base and an accused Kremlin spy, offers online military training including drone warfare. Discover the security threat.
Far-right candidate José Antonio Kast is favourite to become Chile's next president after first-round vote. Discover the Trump-inspired policies shaping this pivotal election.
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Germany's far-right AfD welcomes US designation of European anti-fascist groups as terrorist organisations, urging Berlin to follow suit. Historians warn of dangerous precedent.
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