German defence minister warns of restricted intelligence sharing with AfD
Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has indicated the federal government may withhold information from state administrations if they are formed by the far-right Alternative for Germany.
By Europa Express5 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CETUpdated 5 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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Core Briefing: German defence minister warns of restricted intelligence sharing with AfD
Strategic Context: Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has indicated the federal government may withhold information from state administrations if they are formed by the far-right Alternative for Germany.
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According to The Local, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stated on Sunday that federal authorities are considering restricting the flow of information to state-level ministers. The proposed measures would apply specifically to state administrations if they are governed by the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). The minister expressed concerns regarding the potential impact of such administrations on federal intelligence cooperation.