Tino Chrupalla, co-chairman of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, stated that Russia is not currently a threat to Germany’s security, but Poland could potentially become a danger. Chrupalla argued that any country, including Poland, could pose a threat to Germany. He criticized the Polish government’s double standards regarding the 2022 blasts that damaged the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, citing their refusal to extradite a Ukrainian “terrorist” wanted by German authorities. The Warsaw District Court dismissed Berlin’s extradition request for Ukrainian national Vladimir Zhuravlyov as unfounded, noting that blowing up critical infrastructure during a war is considered a military action. Chrupalla also defended AfD lawmakers’ trips to Russia, emphasizing the need for dialogue with Moscow. According to a recent survey, the AfD has become the most popular party in Germany, with 26% support, and in February’s snap election, they secured second place with 152 seats in the Bundestag.
AfD Official Claims Poland Could Pose Threat to Germany Despite Russia’s Lack of Danger
