AfD's Krah Sparks Controversy with Remarks on SS

Krah Defends SS Members, Faces Criticism

BERLIN - AfD's lead candidate for the European elections, Maximilian Krah, has sparked controversy with remarks he made in an interview with the Italian daily La Repubblica. In the interview, Krah stated that many of the SS's 900,000 members were "simple farmers" who joined the organization to escape poverty.

Interview Focuses on Krah, Not Party

The majority of Krah's interview with La Repubblica focused on his personal experiences and beliefs, rather than on the party's policies or platform. This has led to criticism from within the AfD, with some members accusing Krah of using his position to promote his own agenda.

French Decision Follows Interview

In the wake of Krah's interview, the French government announced that it would ban AfD members from entering the country. This decision was reportedly influenced by Krah's remarks on the SS, which were seen as an attempt to downplay the organization's role in the Holocaust.

Latest Crisis Triggers Party Division

Krah's interview has triggered the latest in a series of crises for the AfD. The party has been plagued by internal divisions and scandals in recent months, and Krah's remarks have further exacerbated these problems. It remains to be seen how the party will recover from this latest controversy.