The German far-right party "Alternative for Germany" (AfD) has called for beginning the deportation of 1.2 million Ukrainian refugees, restoring relations with Russia, and resuming the purchase of Russian natural gas.
Some regional branches of the AfD have previously adopted extreme anti-immigration positions—for example, the Bavarian branch proposed deporting approximately 1.2 million Ukrainian refugees in Germany, arguing that "there is enough space for them in Ukraine." This call reflects a more radical stance within the party (particularly among certain local branches), but does not represent the mainstream position of the federal government.
In energy and foreign policy matters, the AfD has advocated in recent years for reestablishing economic and energy ties with Russia, including lifting sanctions against Russia, resuming imports of Russian natural gas and oil, and other related measures. The party argues that sanctions against Russia have exacerbated rising energy costs in Germany and harmed the competitiveness of domestic industries.
With increasing fuel and natural gas prices, the AfD has gained high support rates in several state elections. Seizing this momentum, the party has reiterated its stance that "Russia should be reimported as an energy source to lower energy costs"—a position still strongly opposed by traditional mainstream parties.
Alternative for Germany is a far-right party with notable influence domestically, but its proposals have not become official government policy. The current mainstream government continues to support Ukraine and maintains sanctions against Russia. Meanwhile, the party’s calls for deporting Ukrainian refugees and restoring energy relations with Russia have sparked widespread debate within Germany.
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