‘Door dit geheime plan is de bangheid terug in Duitsland’

Summary

The script discusses secret plans made by German far-right groups and conservatives to deport millions of migrants to North Africa. This sparked large protests across Germany, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets in cities like Berlin, Munich, and Cologne. Many Germans fear the country is returning to its pre-WW2 past. The far-right AfD party denies the accusations and demands party funding and rights. More protests are expected as unrest grows among broad segments of German society who want to defend democracy and see the AfD as an extremist, pro-Russia threat.

Takeaways

• 😲 Secret plans were made during a meeting of far-right extremists to deport millions of migrants from Germany
• 😡 The plans have sparked large protests across Germany, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets
• 🤫 The meeting took place in Potsdam and included members of the far-right AfD party and the CDU
• 💭 The goal was to deport millions of migrants, including Syrians, Afghans and Ukrainians, to North Africa
• 😠 Protesters fear the plans signal a dangerous shift reminiscent of the Nazi era in Germany
• 😤 The far-right AfD party is unsatisfied with immigration since 2015 and wants the migrants expelled
• 😨 Germany's intelligence service considers parts of AfD to be a threat to the democratic constitution
• 😒 AfD denies the plans and accusations, demanding party funding and dismissing protests
• 🙏 Protesters come from across society - families, disabled, environmental and labor activists
• 🌈 More large scale protests are planned in Berlin and other cities in early February

Q & A

What was the secret meeting in Potsdam about?

The secret meeting was about plans to deport millions of migrants to North Africa, discussed between far-right conservatives, AfD members, and Austrian neo-Nazis.

Why are so many Germans protesting?

Hundreds of thousands of Germans are protesting because they are alarmed by the far-right plans to deport migrants, which they see as a threat to German democracy.

Which parties were involved in the Potsdam meeting?

The meeting involved far-right conservatives, members of the AfD party, and members of Angela Merkel's CDU party.

How many migrants have come to Germany since 2015?

Since 2015, around 1.5 million Syrian, Afghan and other migrants have come to Germany.

What is the AfD's stance?

The AfD is unhappy with mass migration since 2015. They want the migrants deported because of terrorist attacks and the cost to the treasury.

Is the AfD considered dangerous?

Yes, Germany's intelligence service considers sections of the AfD to be dangerous and undermining to German democracy.

What is the AfD demanding?

The AfD is demanding full party financing, rejecting attempts to ban its youth wing, and 80 million euros funding for its political foundations.

Why are Germans worried about the far-right?

Germans remember the Nazi past and are worried about far-right extremism threatening democracy, like before WWII.

How is the AfD responding to the protests?

The AfD says the protests are nonsense. They claim to be a democratic party and say their rights are being infringed.

Will there be more protests?

Yes, hundreds of thousands are expected at protests in Berlin in early February, and unrest continues in cities across Germany.

Outlines

00:00

📢 Massive Protests in Germany Against Secret Deportation Plans

This paragraph details a widespread public outcry in Germany, following revelations of secret plans by the far-right party AfD and other extreme right-wing individuals to deport millions of migrants. The plans, discussed in a covert meeting in Potsdam, involved conservative members from AfD and CDU, aiming to expel migrants to North Africa. This proposal has sparked significant unrest, leading to hundreds of thousands of Germans protesting in cities like Berlin, Munich, and Hamburg. The demonstrators, coming from various political backgrounds including middle and left-wing parties, express fears of Germany reverting to a dark period akin to post-1933. They are particularly disturbed by the AfD's agenda, perceived as state-threatening by German security services, and its implications for migration policy and the economic impact on businesses reliant on migrant workers.

05:01

🕊️ Broad Coalition Rallies Against Far-Right Extremism in Germany

In this paragraph, the focus shifts to the diverse demographic engaging in protests against the far-right's controversial plans, highlighting a cross-section of German society that includes young people, seniors, environmental activists, church members, and labor unions. This mix represents a united front from the left-liberal spectrum, motivated by a deep-seated awareness of Germany's historical responsibilities and the dangers of repeating past mistakes. The narrative underscores the country's ongoing struggle with its wartime legacy, leveraging it as a cautionary tale against the resurgence of extremism. Correspondent Rob Zavelberg provides insights from Berlin, indicating the sustained momentum of the protests and the AfD's defiant response to the backlash, emphasizing their demand for democratic recognition and financial support for their political activities.

Keywords

💡Demonstrations

Demonstrations refer to public gatherings where people express their opposition or support for a cause. In the context of the video, hundreds of thousands of Germans are described as taking to the streets to protest against secret plans to deport millions of migrants. These demonstrations highlight widespread unrest and concern among the population about the government's immigration policies and their implications for society.

💡AfD

The AfD, or Alternative for Germany, is a right-wing to far-right political party in Germany. Mentioned in the video as having been involved in secret meetings to discuss the deportation of migrants, the AfD is portrayed as a major force in the country's political landscape, especially concerning immigration policies. The party's popularity and its impact on public discourse and policy-making, particularly around the issues of migration and national identity, are central themes in the video.

💡Migrants

Migrants are individuals who move from one place to another, often for reasons such as employment, education, or escaping conflict. The video discusses plans to deport millions of migrants from Germany, highlighting the contentious nature of migration in the country's political and social discourse. The inclusion of migrants in the discussion emphasizes the human element of immigration policies and the potential consequences of such policies on individuals' lives.

💡Potsdam meeting

The Potsdam meeting refers to a secretive gathering discussed in the video, where members of the AfD and other conservative figures allegedly planned the mass deportation of migrants to North Africa. This meeting symbolizes the behind-the-scenes actions and decisions that can significantly influence public policy and sentiment, sparking widespread protests and debates about the direction of Germany's immigration policy.

💡Deportation

Deportation is the act of expelling a foreigner from a country, typically for violating immigration laws or for national security reasons. The video's mention of plans to deport millions of migrants underscores the severity of the proposed immigration measures and their potential impact on individuals' lives, as well as the broader societal implications of such actions.

💡Public unrest

Public unrest refers to the state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, or protest among the population. The video describes significant unrest in Germany in response to the leaked plans for mass deportations, indicating a deep divide in public opinion on immigration and highlighting the social and political tensions arising from these issues.

💡CDU

The CDU, or Christian Democratic Union, is a center-right political party in Germany. Its inclusion in discussions about the secretive meeting and deportation plans, as mentioned in the video, indicates the complex political dynamics and alliances that can form around contentious issues like immigration. The CDU's historical significance and its role in shaping Germany's policies add depth to the narrative of political maneuvering and public reaction.

💡Mass migration

Mass migration refers to the large-scale movement of people from one region to another. In the video, dissatisfaction with mass migration since 2015, particularly from Syria and Afghanistan, is cited as a reason for the deportation plans. This context illustrates the challenges and controversies surrounding immigration in Germany, including social integration, security concerns, and the economic impact.

💡State danger

State danger in the video refers to the German security services' assessment of the AfD as potentially undermining the state's security or constitutional order. This concept highlights the tension between political freedom and national security, indicating the seriousness with which the authorities view the party's activities and rhetoric, especially regarding pro-Russian stances and opposition to policies like sanctions and military support for Ukraine.

💡Political response

Political response in the video covers the range of reactions from various parties and the government to the unrest and the leaked deportation plans. It encompasses the AfD's denial and assertion of democratic legitimacy, as well as the broader concerns of middle parties, the left wing, and societal groups. This keyword encapsulates the dialogue and conflict within the political sphere over immigration policy and the direction of the country's future.

Highlights

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Transcripts

[Muziek]

honderduizenden Duitsers zijn dit

weekend de straat opgegaan Om Te

demonstreren tegen geheime plannen om

miljoenen migranten te deporteren de

onrust is groot en ik ga erover

doorpraten met correspondent Rob

zavelberg Ja Rob ehm Er zijn plannen

gesmeed tijdens een geheime bijeenkomst

van afd ehm en extreemrechtse mensen

welk plan hebben we het dan precies over

Ja het gaat eigenlijk om een bijeenkomst

in Potsdam niet ver van Berlijn en daar

zijn wat eh conservatieven bij ingekomen

mensen van de afd maar ook van de

oppositiepartij cdu Je weet wel de

kanselier eh eh Merkel haar eh haar

partij en eh daarbij Ja ging het erom om

miljoenen migranten eh die wel of geen

paspoort hebben eh uiteindelijk naar

noord-afrika te verdrijven dat was met

een Oostenrijkse neonati besproken en

wat eh wat ondernemers waren daarbij en

eh ja die plannen hebben tot grote

onrust geleid in in Duitsland

honderduizenden mensen gaan al dagenlang

de straat op Niet Alleen in Berlijn maar

ook in München eh zeker 100.000 mensen

eh voordat eh de boel eh goed en wel was

eh begonnen bij die manifestatie ook in

Hamburg meer dan 80.000 eh toen zei de

politie van eh het kan niet doorgaan Het

waren er teveel maar ook in Keulen eh

Leipzig eh van allerlei eh steden zie je

mensen van middenpartijen linkse

partijen

eh gezinnen gehandicapte zag ik gisteren

ook nog eh erbij die eh tussen die grote

menigten eh zich voort beweeg en die ja

die die bang zijn eh dat eh dat hun land

de weg op gaat zoals eh in de tijd na

1933 lijkt me enigszins overdreven maar

ja dat is eh hun angst Ja waarom wil de

afd eh eh dit soort plannen doorvoeren

Nou ik denk niet dat je moet praten over

alle mensen in de afd Het is een grote

partij die eh bij eh ja Dik eh 20 25 in

de peilingen staat en oost-duitsland nog

meer dus je je praat over het kaliber eh

van de van de PVV zij willen dat omdat

ze ontevreden zijn met de massale

migratie sinds 2015 zijn er eh 1,5

miljoen syriërs afghanen en zoal eh naar

Duitsland gekomen er zijn aanslagen

gepleegd en eh ja de Schatkist eh wordt

natuurlijk ook belast eh ook door de

dikke miljoen oekraïnse vluchtelingen en

hun kinderen vooral vrouwen die eh naar

Duitsland zijn gekomen maar anderzijds

eh Ja er zijn ook veel mensen die die eh

die werken onder die migranten Vandaar

ook dat het Duitse bedrijfsleven zeer

bezorgd is dat ze die die werkkrachten

ook vaklui zitten daar tussen dat ze die

verliezen dus ja ehm het is niet

allemaal pais en Vree bij de Oosterburen

nee eh is die partij nou nog gevaarlijk

denk

jij

ja wat ik denk is misschien niet zo

belangrijk maar de duitse

veiligheidsdienst bijvoorbeeld de bundes

verassings de beschermers van de

Grondwet die hebben gezegd dat de Partij

in grote delen staatsgevaarlijk is dus

ondermijnend het is een pro-russische

partij Zoals ook de de PVV bijvoorbeeld

eh eh ja geluiden Pro Moskou heeft eh

laten horen tegen sancties tegen de de

eh wapenleveranties bijvoorbeeld aan

Oekraïne dat wordt aangevallen door eh

door het Kremlin en eh Men zegt eh ja

dat deze partij de partijleiding

bijvoorbeeld eh bjn huke eh de leider

die ja die mag Door de rechter een eh

een eh neonati worden genoemd en vandaar

dat veel mensen van middenpartijen en

ook eh de linkervleugel in Duitsland dat

die zeer bezorgd zijn dat de oude tijden

van voor de Tweede Wereldoorlog

terugkomen Nou dat lijkt me eh iet wat

eh voorbarig Duitsland is een groot

sterk en democratisch Land maar in elk

geval de de bangheid is weer terug in de

bondsrepubliek en Hoe reageert de afd

nou zelf op alle onrust Ja zij vinden

dat eh klink klaar eh onzin ze zeggen

Wij zijn een Democratische Partij en

jullie moeten ons eh gewoon de

partijfinanciering geven waar wij recht

op hebben eh jullie moeten niet proberen

om de jongeren afdeling te verbieden

waarvan de geheime dienst zegt dat die

staatsgevaarlijk eh is en ondermijnend

en ze willen ook eh geld voor politieke

stichtingen hebben om in het buitenland

allerlei politieke ambassades te

benoemen zo'n 80 miljoen euro willen ze

voor hun eh Erasmus Stichting dus eh de

Liberale eh Stichting eh van de

Nederlandse Denker Erasmus van Rotterdam

Daar heeft de afd hun eh

partijspelen hoe groot die partij gaat

worden staan er nou nog meer

demonstraties op het programma Jazeker

eh begin februari worden er eh

honderduizenden mensen verwacht in

Berlijn en eh ja je ziet eigenlijk dat

in allerlei steden eh ook eh kleinere

plaatsen dat daar eh de onrust zeer

groot is omvangrijk en ik zei het al eh

het zijn veel jonge mensen die eh komen

opdagen en ook ouderen eh mensen uit de

eh milieubeweging van de Kerken van de

de vakbonden dus eh ja Je praat een

beetje over het eh links liberale eh

Spectrum en Ja zoals gezegd in Duitsland

men men kent de erfenis eh uit de oorlog

de verantwoordelijkheid daarvoor en dat

eh spookbeeld dat eh wordt weer eh eh

ten tonelen gevoerd Rob zavelberg vanuit

Berlijn Dankjewel

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