far right
Coverage of far right in the Nexus archive.
- Austria hotel’s burkini ban discriminatory, court finds
An Austrian court ruled that a hotel's ban on burkinis was discriminatory, upholding a fine against the establishment in St. Johann im Pongau. The hotel manager argued the swimwear was unhygienic and caused discomfort, but the court rejected this claim, stating the ruling would not set a nationwide precedent.
- German CEOs worry Merz’s €10bn tax cuts are too little to jump-start economy
German CEOs express concern that Merz’s proposed €10bn tax cuts are insufficient to stimulate the economy. The Chancellor faces challenges from weak business sentiment and growing support for the far right.
- Does the French right have a chance of defeating the far right in the election?
Right-wing Edouard Philippe has launched his presidential campaign for the 2027 election in France. Polls indicate he has the best chance to defeat the far right.
- Spain bucks European trend with mass amnesty of migrants
Spain is conducting a mass amnesty for undocumented immigrants, a move that contrasts with the policies of its European neighbors. The Socialist government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, aims to use immigration to support economic growth, though the plan faces criticism, particularly from the far right.
- Driver in 2024 Magdeburg Christmas market attack convicted of murder and given life sentence
A 51-year-old Saudi doctor was convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment for a 2024 car-ramming attack at a Magdeburg Christmas market that killed six people. The attack, carried out with a rented BMW X3, was linked to dissatisfaction over a legal dispute and no prior history of violence.
- In Paris, thousands march against far right in anti-racism protest called by Saint-Denis mayor
Thousands marched in Paris against the far right in an anti-racism protest organized by the mayor of Saint-Denis. Bally Bagayoko and Assa Traoré participated in the event.
- Makerfield by-election: This may finally be the end for Starmer
The Makerfield by-election could determine the future of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. A victory for Labour candidate Andy Burnham, a former Manchester mayor, might trigger a leadership challenge against Starmer, with Burnham seen as a more relatable alternative to revitalize the Labour Party and counter the far right.
- UK special election could reshape politics
A special election in northwest England could impact the UK government's stability as Andy Burnham, the Manchester mayor, seeks to address local traffic issues and push for national renewal. A Labour party victory could challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who faces ongoing controversies, amid broader challenges like weak economic growth, rising debt, and a far-right surge in polls.
- FIREPOWER: G7, NATO ministerial, EU summit and Eurosatory
The article covers discussions on military mobility, the far right, and Finland's role at international events including the G7, NATO ministerial, EU summit, and Eurosatory.
- LatAm Expat & Nomad Daily Guide — Monday, June 15, 2026
Mexico City teachers have extended their Zócalo protest into a second World Cup week and plan to escalate. Colombia's presidential runoff is six days away with far-right candidates gaining momentum in final polls. Uruguay's Latin American tournament debut begins tonight.
- French presidential election: Raphaël Glucksmann draws crowd and takes aim at far right
Raphaël Glucksmann held a rally at Docks de Paris in Aubervilliers, France, on June 13, 2026, drawing a crowd and criticizing the far right. The event is part of the French presidential election campaign.
- How the Dangerous Rise in Anti-Immigration Politics Went Mainstream
Violent unrest following a stabbing in Northern Ireland highlights the growing influence of the far right in the U.K., Europe, and the U.S. The incident underscores the mainstreaming of anti-immigration politics in these regions.
- Pope Leo’s visit lays bare Spain’s tangled politics of faith and migration
Pope Leo's visit to Spain highlights the country's complex political dynamics surrounding faith and migration. His message emphasizes a contrast between his Catholicism and that of Spain's far right.
- Is the far right exploiting the 'sickening' attack by a refugee in Belfast?
British newspapers are discussing the unrest in Belfast following a refugee's knife stabbing. The incident has raised questions about potential exploitation by the far right.
- The Guardian view on Henry Nowak’s murder: big tech and the far right are allied in an outrage arms race | Editorial
Henry Nowak, a stabbed teenager, was mistakenly handcuffed by police before they realized their error, as shown in body-cam footage. His family seeks to focus on reducing knife crime, but online platforms are spreading myths about policing and politicizing the tragedy. Three officers are under investigation, and the perpetrator faces a 20-year prison sentence.
- 'I can't breathe': protesters clash with police over handcuffed dying student
Protests erupted in the UK after a video showed 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by a Sikh man falsely accusing him of racial abuse, being handcuffed while saying 'I can't breathe.' The far right claimed white British people are treated as second-class citizens, contrasting with a 2024 UK government report showing black people are 2.2 times more likely to be arrested than white people. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the bodycam footage 'harrowing' and announced an investigation into police conduct.
- Starmer urges calm as far right seeks to exploit Henry Nowak murder
Prime Minister Keir Starmer urges calm as the far right attempts to exploit the murder of Henry Nowak by a Sikh man to incite racial tensions against minority communities. Nowak's family has explicitly requested the case not be used to target specific groups, a plea Starmer has echoed, condemning Nigel Farage's call for 'pure, cold rage'.
- Israel is extending its borders through war. For some, it's part of a greater plan
Israel is expanding its borders through war, according to some activists and political leaders on the far right who advocate for a Greater Israel extending into neighboring countries.
- Israel is extending its footprint through war. For some, it's part of a greater plan
Israel is expanding its control through war, with some far-right activists and political leaders advocating for a Greater Israel that includes neighboring countries. The concept of a Greater Israel is part of a broader plan to extend the country's area of control.
- Romania's political crisis deepens
Romania's political crisis deepens after Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's government fell in early May, leading to struggles among moderate parties to establish a new direction and enabling the far right to gain ground.
- Thirty-five people want to be the next president of France. What could possibly go wrong?
France faces a potential far-right presidential victory in 2024 if mainstream candidates fail to unite. With 35 candidates vying for the Élysée Palace, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu warns voters may view the fragmented field as 'grotesque.' Emmanuel Macron, barred from a third term, will leave office after a decade in power.
- The German gym fighting the far right with MMA
A gym in Chemnitz, Germany, is using a martial arts program focused on diversity and empowerment to counter the far right's recruitment through MMA. The far-right movement is increasingly leveraging MMA for new members, prompting the gym's proactive response.
- Who will shape the global agenda, the left or far right?
Left-wing leaders gathered in Barcelona for a meeting, while far-right protesters held a march in Milan, highlighting a global political divide. The events underscore contrasting approaches to shaping the international agenda.
- Not just about Gaza: the Muslim voters turning from Labour to the Greens
The article discusses shifting voter allegiances in Newcastle, highlighting Muslim voters moving from Labour to the Greens amid concerns over Gaza, climate change, and cost of living. It notes the rise of far-right influence in local elections and features Mohammed Suleman's political shift from Labour to Greens due to the Gaza conflict.