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German AfD Distances Itself from Trump's NATO Remarks, but Hints at Future Cooperation

Published January 27, 2026, 10:12
German AfD Distances Itself from Trump's NATO Remarks, but Hints at Future Cooperation

The AfD, led by Alice Weidel, distanced itself from Donald Trump's remarks regarding the presence of NATO forces in Afghanistan, reminding of the death of 59 German soldiers. Despite the criticism, Weidel stated that Germany would join Trump's 'Peace Council' if the AfD came to power. The AfD leader had previously criticized Trump, particularly for the intervention in Venezuela, provoking reactions from the Republican Party. However, the AfD remains supportive of peace efforts and wishes to participate in them, should it assume government.